Next Republic of Ireland manager: Frontrunner emerges as FAI set to make decision
England under-21 boss Lee Carsley is the favourite to be the next name in charge of the Boys in Green
According to reports, the FAI are in the latter stages of the process of appointing the next name to become the Republic of Ireland manager.
The Boys in Green, who have been without a manager since November following Stephen Kenny's departure, play Belgium and Switzerland at the Aviva Stadium in March.
The Irish Examiner has reported that a manager could be in place for the upcoming UEFA Nations League draw in Paris on February 8 - pending approval from the FAI board.
Former Celtic manager Neil Lennon is also reportedly in the reckoning while ex-Ireland international Chris Hughton, who is currently managing Ghana at the Africa Cup of Nations, has been ruled out of the race.
As per the reports, an FAI board meeting is due to take place on January 30 where the picture will become clearer on who will be appointed as the Irish boss.