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Ex-Rams boss Davies in talks over Ireland job

Former Derby manager Billy Davies is meeting FAI officials today as the search for the Republic of Ireland's new manager is narrowed down.

Terry Venables remains the favourite to succeed Stephen Staunton who was sacked three months ago and only a handful of candidates remain for the post.

The FAI's three-man management committee of Don Givens, Don Howe and Ray Houghton have met numerous managers since Christmas and Venables still faces competition from Gerard Houllier, Sam Allardyce, Liam Brady and Davies, who was sacked by Derby last year.

Ireland face Brazil in a friendly at Croke Park in Dublin next week and under-21 boss Givens has selected the squad and intends to be on the bench, although FAI chief executive John Delaney wants his new manager in the ground for the game.

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