Four contenders to replace Damien Duff as Republic of Ireland assistant manager

John Fallon profiles the four frontrunners to replace Damien Duff ahead of the opening World Cup qualification double-header against Serbia and Luxembourg in 10 weeks’ time

John O’Shea: A relative newcomer to coaching scene.

JOHN O’SHEA

Another centurion, O’Shea is a relative newcomer to the coaching ladder. All of those years playing under Alex Ferguson are sure to shape the philosophy of the Waterford native who doesn’t turn 40 until April.