Speculation is mounting that Martin O'Neill could soon be unveiled as the new Ireland manager.A number of bookmakers have suspended betting on the next Irish boss after a flurry of bets saw O’Neill backed off the market.
There are also reports this evening that Roy Keane is prepared to come on board as assistant to O'Neill.
It's reported that the FAI recruitment team of Ray Houghton and Ruud Dokter will present their report to the Football Association of Ireland early next week.
County Derry born O'Neill has been out of work since departing the Stadium of Light in March and has previously managed Celtic and Aston Villa.
Speculation linking Mick McCarthy with a return to the job he held for six years appears to have cooled.
Ipswich Town confirmed on Thursday that they have received no approach from the FAI for his services.
