CHRIS COLEMAN is reportedly being lined up to become Republic of Ireland manager.
The former Wales boss could make a stunning return to international management.
He previously spent over five years in charge of the Dragons, guiding them to the semi-finals at Euro 2016.
According to the Independent, Coleman is now a contender to replace Stephen Kenny as Ireland boss.
He is now seen as a strong candidate after talks stalled with first-choice Lee Carsley.
The England under-21 manager remains in the running but is currently unlikely to take over, the report adds.
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Kenny left his role after a disappointing Euro 2024 qualifying campaign.
The Boys in Green face Belgium and Switzerland in friendlies next month before taking on Hungary and Portugal in June.
Their Nations League campaign is then set to take place between September and November.
England, Greece and Finland have been drawn alongside Ireland in Nations League B group 2.
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Coleman is available after resigning as Atromitos boss in October just seven matches into the season.
He had been in charge of the Greek side since January 2022, achieving 12th and seventh place finishes.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
