Next Republic of Ireland manager: Latest favourites to be named new Irish boss

By Tom Byrne
Published 5th Jan 2024, 13:50 BST
Chris Coleman guided Wales to the semi-finals of Euro 2016. PIC: Sportsfileplaceholder image
Chris Coleman guided Wales to the semi-finals of Euro 2016. PIC: Sportsfile

Former Wales and Fulham boss Chris Coleman is one of the names at the top of the bookies' list

According to the bookmakers (Paddy Power), Former Wales and Fulham manager Chris Coleman is the frontrunner for the Republic of Ireland job.

The FAI, who opted against renewing Stephen Kenny's contract in November, are on the lookout for a new men's manager ahead of the Boys in Green's upcoming fixtures against Belgium and Switzerland at the Aviva Stadium in March.

Bayern Munich and Portugal assistant manager Anthony Barry, England under-21 boss Lee Carsley and ex-Celtic manager Neil Lennon are the other names at the top of the bookies' list of candidates.placeholder image
Bayern Munich and Portugal assistant manager Anthony Barry, England under-21 boss Lee Carsley and ex-Celtic manager Neil Lennon are the other names at the top of the bookies' list of candidates.

Odds below:

Chris Coleman 3/1

Lee Carsley 10/3

Neil Lennon 7/2

Anthony Barry 7/2

Sam Allardyce 7/1

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