Championship - Poyet keen on Swansea job

Eurosport - Wed, 17 Jun 12:24:00 2009

Gus Poyet has confirmed his interest in becoming the new manager of Swansea.

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The 41-year-old Uruguayan has been out of work since leaving Tottenham's staff in October last year, but has admitted he is keen to replace Roberto Martinez at the Liberty Stadium.

"I would really be interested in the job," he told BBC Sport Wales.

"I would really like to go there, it would be a great opportunity."

Poyet has already spoken to Swansea chairman Huw Jenkins, as have Sheffield United coach Gary Speed and Aidy Boothroyd.

Should Jenkins opt for Poyet, it would be the former Chelsea midfielder's first managerial position.

Jenkins is searching for a new manager after Martinez completed his move to Wigan on Monday.

PA Sport

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  1. I heard Gary speed wanted a player manager role and the­ board were not interested in that type of role . Gus­ Poyet could be a good manager , not tested but neither­ was martinez when he took over the Swans .

    We will see­ what develops ..

    From john, on Thu 18 Jun 10:46AM

  2. I reckon Poyet would be a good choice.

    From B4ts, on Wed 17 Jun 10:14PM
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