Thu 27 Apr 06
Big Phil in the Slot?
I write one post chiding the FA for dithering and the next thing you, the’re on a flight to Lisbon to negotiate terms with Scolari:
Scolari is thought to have a gentleman’s agreement with the Portuguese FA not to commit himself to another job until his current deal runs out in July.
But it is understood part of the FA’s talks in Lisbon were about waiving this arrangement.
[…]
Last week, the FA claimed it had completed its interview process, and McClaren - part of Eriksson’s current England coaching team - was seen as the favourite.
But Barwick’s trip to Portugal seems to support claims that the FA board was unable to reach a firm decision.
Paul CanniffÂ
