John O'Shea confident over Tom Cannon's commitment after Ireland call-up

Republic of Ireland interim manager John O'Shea is confident that Tom Cannon's senior international future lies with Ireland, this after the Leicester City striker was named in the squad for the upcoming friendlies against Hungary and Portugal.

After being capped at Under-21 level for Ireland last year, Aintree-born Cannon declined an invitation to join up with Stephen Kenny's senior squad, prompting speculation that he saw his future with England.

However, following talks with Cannon's agent and his family, O'Shea is happy that the 21-year-old, who scored three goals in Leicester's successful promotion back to Premier League, is committed to wearing the green jersey.

Addressing the media after naming his squad for the two June friendlies, O'Shea said: "I spoke to Tom a couple of times. I tried to get him in for the March window if possible.

"Seeing Tom with the Under-21s, I know what a talent he is, what type of striker he is. I spoke to him and his agent as well and said, 'take your time, and when you are ready just get back in touch with me'.

"Thankfully they did and we were able to have another conversation.

"He was with his family when I spoke to him and they were very proud and very happy to be committing to the Republic of Ireland.

"I can only take a person at the conversation we had. He's looking forward to it and excited to come in for these two games.

"Let’s wait and see, I’m sure it will be the case that he will be committed."

After being in charge for the two friendlies against Belgium and Switzerland in March, O'Shea is back for a second stint as interim coach. He is one of several names now linked with the role on a permanent basis.

Last week, in an interview with RTÉ Sport, FAI interim CEO David Courell gave an