Robbie Keane biding his time in wait for next coaching job

Robbie Keane is waiting for the right opportunity to resume his coaching career. Picture: Simon Cooper/PA

Robbie Keane has revealed he has turned down offers to resume his coaching career as he awaits the right opportunity.

The 40-year-old former Republic of Ireland striker spent 18 months working as Mick McCarthy’s assistant during his second spell in charge of the national team and last season in a similar role at Middlesbrough under former Tottenham team-mate Jonathan Woodgate.