Roy Keane “interested” has returned to management as an expert in a new role

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has managed two clubs – Sunderland and Ipswich Town – during his coaching career, with his last managerial role ending in January 2011

Roy Keane is reportedly interested in becoming Hibernian’s new manager.

Most recently, the 50-year-old worked as a coach championship side Nottingham Forestwho left his position as Martin O’Neill’s assistant in June 2019. He has since become one of English football’s most popular pundits – making frequent appearances on Sky Sports and itv.

Still, Keane has maintained his desire to return to coaching and is said to have spotted a potential opportunity at Hibernian. The Edinburgh club have been looking for a new manager since the sacking of the former manager First League Ace Shaun Maloney earlier this month. Hibernian is currently seventh in the Scottish Premiership.

Corresponding The times, Keane is keen on the role and has discussed it with close friends since Maloney’s departure. Maloney, 39, was fired after just four months on the job. former Manchester United Young David Gray is Hibernian’s caretaker.

While Keane is known for his reputation as an expert, he has an experienced coaching resume. His first managerial role came at Sunderland, where he won the league title in his first season before establishing himself in the Premier League.

Keane left Sunderland in December 2008 and five months later became manager of Championship side Ipswich Town. His time at Portman Road was less successful and failed to secure a promotion before being sacked in January 2011.

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He has since worked as assistant manager for the Republic of Ireland, helping them qualify for Euro 2016, the country’s last major tournament to date, and has held the same position at Aston Villa and Forest.

Keane was also an accomplished player, winning 20 trophies – including seven Premier League titles and the Champions League. The ex-midfielder played under two of the greatest managers of all time in Brian Clough and Sir Alex Ferguson.

In a recent interview with SPORT bible, Keane suggested his management days might be “over” following the success of his expert career. He was asked by his Sky Sports colleague Jamie Carragher if he saw himself as a manager who practices expert knowledge.

“I did until recently,” came Keane’s reply. “But I think I almost feel like those times are over for me now to go back into management. I really feel that way. I’m 50 now, I do television. Obviously I’m being referred to as more of an expert now.

“But no, no, I feel like I’m aware of that. It’s maybe more of a head job that’s the role for me and I don’t think I can think of a club in the next few years that really gives me a really good opportunity to come back in, but that doesn’t bother me either.

“I’m not afraid to say, ‘Well, you could be in television for the next two or three years.’ I’m okay with that because I’m counting my blessings, because I know, as you know, there are a lot of ex-players who want to get back in and yes, I’m okay with that.”