Séamus Coleman remains in limbo between player and coach ahead of Ireland’s trip to Austria

Séamus Coleman took a full part in training with Ireland at Abbotstown on Wednesday morning but it is unclear exactly what role, if any, he will play in Saturday’s Nations League game against Austria in Linz.

John O’Shea, Ireland’s assistant head coach, subsequently confirmed that the veteran defender’s hybrid role in camp does not include any involvement in the coaches’ tactical meetings. The 38-year-old Coleman has been without a club since he left Everton last summer.