John O’Shea could stay as interim Ireland boss as permanent appointment delayed

John O’Shea could remain interim Republic of Ireland manager after the Football Association of Ireland revealed Stephen Kenny’s permanent successor may not be in place until September.

The 42-year-old former Manchester United and Ireland defender took charge of March’s friendlies against Belgium and Switzerland as officials continued their search for a replacement for Kenny, who lost his job in November.

However, director of football Marc Canham, who said last month the new manager would be announced “in early April”, confirmed on Friday the recruitment process was ongoing and could be for some time yet.

FAI Director of Football Marc Canham issues an update on the MNT Head Coach position ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/F4hFnbH3dz

— Ireland Football ⚽️