Anthony Barry turns down chance of Ireland comeback

NO GOING BACK: Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny with former coach Anthony Barry (right). Pic: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

Stephen Kenny has missed out on his No 1 target for his No 3 position – former Ireland coach Anthony Barry.

The Chelsea guru’s exit from the Belgium set-up once Roberto Martinez left the post immediately after the World Cup created the possibility of a return to the Ireland scene for the 36-year-old.