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Roy Keane hints at potential return to management role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 6:05 AM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Roy Keane hints at potential return to management role

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Roy Keane, former Manchester United captain, has suggested he may consider a return to management. Speaking on Sky Sports, Keane mentioned feeling a desire to coach while watching games, although he admitted this feeling often fades by week’s end. He has turned down previous opportunities in management due to various factors. Despite his current role as a pundit, he acknowledged a lingering interest in coaching. Keane, who has managed Sunderland and Ipswich Town, played for Manchester United from 1993 to 2005, winning numerous titles during his career.

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•Roy Keane hints at career change during Sky Sports interview
•Describes feeling of wanting to manage at weekends
•Has declined coaching opportunities in recent years
•Managed Sunderland and Ipswich Town after playing career
•Won multiple titles with Manchester United as captain

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6:05 AMYahoo Sports — “Who knows?”: Man United legend keeps door ajar for sensational return to management

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1Manchester United legend Roy Keane has hinted that he may be interested in a career change.UnitedThe Irishman joined the Red Devils from Nottingham Forest in 1993.He became club captain in 1997 after...
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