FAI chiefs met with Roy Keane three times over managerial vacancy

Roy Keane was part of the original shortlist prepared by the FAI in the aftermath of Stephen Kenny’s departure last November.

Republic of Ireland assistant manager Roy Keane, right, with manager Martin O'Neill during the UEFA Nations League game against Wales. Picture: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

As the FAI closes in on the appointment of a new men’s team manager, it has emerged that officials have met Roy Keane on three occasions about the vacancy.

Keane won 67 caps, captaining his country to the World Cup finals in 2002 without playing in them, and served as assistant during Martin O’Neill’s reign between 2013-2018.