Neil McDonald linked to Limerick FC job

Former Blackpool manager Neil McDonald is said to be in the running to become the new manager of Irish side Limerick FC.

By The Newsroom

Published 16th May 2017, 12:55 BST

Updated 16th May 2017, 14:16 BST

Former Pool manager Neil McDonald could soon be back in management

McDonald, who was in charge at Bloomfield Road when Blackpool were relegated to League Two, has been interviewed for the role according to the Limerick Leader.

The manager's post at Limerick has been vacant since the club parted company with previous manager Martin Russell at the start of April.

Former Newcastle defender Steve Watson is also said to be in the running as if ex-Swansea City caretaker manager Kevin Nugent.

Blackpool boss boosted by fightback

McDonald, who has also managed Carlisle United and Swedish side Ostersunds, only won 13 of his 50 games at Blackpool.

His last job came at Hull City where he was appointed head coach, a role he left in January of this year following the sacking of Mike Phelan.

An appointment could be made as early as this evening (Tuesday).

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