Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny says uncertainty over his future won’t be a distraction this week.
He’s overseeing an injury-hit squad ahead of the games with the Netherlands and New Zealand.
Will Smallbone is almost definitely out, while Evan Ferguson, Chiedozie Ogbene and Jamie McGrath are awaiting scan results.
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Andrew Moran has been drafted in from the under-21 squad to provide cover.
Kenny says a start for the Brighton starlet may be a stretch this week