Capello speaks to English FA

The Football Association have confirmed discussions with Fabio Capello about the England manager’s job were held today.

Chief executive Brian Barwick and Trevor Brooking met with the former AC Milan and Real Madrid coach, who flew out of Heathrow this evening.

Further talks are expected but the meeting was described as “extremely positive and without any problems” by Adrian Bevington, the FA’s director of communications.

Bevington said in a statement: “I can confirm that Brian Barwick and Trevor Brooking have today held talks with Fabio Capello in London.

“I am pleased to say that these discussions were extremely positive and without any problems.

“Fabio Capello has now returned to Italy to honour a commitment.

“Understandably further talks are now taking place between Fabio Capello’s advisors and ourselves.”