Kendall for Ireland

Howard Kendall has put his name forward for the vacant managerial job for Ireland. The 61-year-old has spent some time out of the game, but feels he is now ready to return, and the international hotseat he feels is perfect for him.

"I've had long enough out of it now and I feel it would be perfect for me and hopefully for them. I've made some enquiries," he told Sky Sports News.

Kendall rejected any suggestion his time away from management would count against him.

"Look at the CV and go through the history of what I've done," he added.

"I am in touch with the modern game, I write a column in the local newspaper and I go and watch Premier League football every week.

"I know who I would put in place. If he was interested, the likes of Peter Beardsley, I think he would be superb. I have spoken to Peter and he said he would love to work with me again."