Coleman set for Real deal

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The 37-year-old, sacked by Fulham in April, is "enthusiastic" about the prospect of taking over the Basque club, who were relegated from La Liga earlier this month.

Alan Smith told Sky Sports News: "They are very keen to sign him."

Smith, manager of Coleman's former club Crystal Palace from 1993-95 and 2000-01, continued: "I think they've made as good an offer as they're going to.

"Now it's just a case of Chris sleeping on it - he's got to decide if this is the type of place he wants to be for the next couple of years.

"He's seen the current president and the one who's going to be here next year - it's really a case of Chris saying 'I want to come here'."

Smith revealed that Wales coach John Toshack, himself a former Sociedad boss, has been instrumental in the job offer.

He continued: "They've really pushed the boat out. John Toshack has recommended Chris - he's been very positive.

"John Toshack is still a major hero out there and it's a magnificent club. When you see the training facilities, it doesn't get much better. Chris has spent the last couple of days here and seen everything they have to offer.

"There don't appear to be any drawbacks - it's just a case of if Chris moves here - and I'd say the odds are pretty favourable."