Clement in contention for Ireland job

Paul Clement, the former Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid assistant manager, is one of the names under consideration for the Republic of Ireland job.

The 52-year-old, who has managed Derby, Swansea, Reading and Cercle Brugge, is interested in succeeding Stephen Kenny, whose contract was not renewed after it expired last November.

Sky Sports News understands the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is yet to make a final decision, with current Bayern assistant Anthony Barry and England U21 coach Lee Carsley also linked.

FAI director of football Marc Canham said last week they were "very close" to deciding and that they "hope to announce it really soon".

"We've taken our time, and we want to make sure we get the right person for the job," he said.