New Ireland boss likely to be recruited on four-year deal

Two former Ireland internationals, Lee Carsley, currently manager of European U21 champions and Ghana boss Chris Hughton, are favourites to land the vacancy.

ON THE HUNT: FAI chief executive Jonathan Hill during a press conference following the annual general meeting of the Football Association of Ireland. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Ireland’s new men’s team manager is likely to be recruited on a four-year contract until Euro 2028, the FAI have confirmed.

Jonathan Hill’s position as chief executive remains in jeopardy due to his involvement in receiving payments against company policy and which breached state conditions but he’s been immersed in talks with prospective new clients.