Phil Neville closing in on England women’s job as he follows players on Twitter
Former England, Man Utd and Everton player is expected to replace Mark Sampson next week
PHIL NEVILLE is on the brink of becoming the England women’s boss.
The former England, Man Utd and Everton player is expected to replace Mark Sampson as the full-time manager of the Three Lionesses next week.
Neville, 40, had constructive talks with FA Technical director Dan Ashworth and would be responsible for qualification for the 2019 World Cup finals in France.
And he gave a clear indication of interest in the job by following a string of Twitter account.
They included the likes of Laura Bassett, Fran Kirby, Casey Stoney and more.
He also followed official accounts of the Lionesses, the US national team and Manchester City Women.
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Neville previously coached with Man Utd and Valencia but this would be his first pro managerial role.
Mo Marley has been in temporary charge since Sampson was sacked in September following evidence of “inappropriate behaviour” in a previous role with Bristol Academy.
England are ranked third in the world and reached the semi-finals of the 2015 World Cup finals in Canada.