Martin O'Neill: I never chased Grealish, never 'prostituted' myself
Martin O’Neill insists he never “prostituted” himself in an attempt to persuade Jack Grealish to opt for the Republic of Ireland rather than England.
The 20-year-old Aston Villa midfielder, who qualifies for both nations, finally gave the nod to England – the country of his birth – last week, sparking a fresh debate in Ireland over the pursuit of players born outside these shores.
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