It's understood that John O'Shea is in line to become a senior coach under Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny.
It's a role which has been occupied by Damien Duff, Anthony Barry and John Eustace over the last 3 years.
O'Shea has been a part of the backroom staff with the Under 21s.
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The Waterford native and ex Manchester United star made 118 appearances as a player for the Republic of Ireland.
