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Republic appointment may be close
Tuesday, 22 January 2008 10:40FAI Chief Executive John Delaney has dropped the broadest hint yet that a new Republic of Ireland international managerial appointment could be imminent.
Speaking in Limerick last night, he repeatedly described a meeting of the association's board, scheduled for tonight, as being of significance.
Don Givens, chairman of the three-man selection committee tasked with helping to find a new manager, will be present.
A statement is due to be released by the FAI shortly after the meeting.
Terry Venables remains the favourite to land the job after several other high-profile candidates, such as Gerard Houllier and David O'Leary, have ruled themselves out.
