Bangkok Bryan! Robson closes in on Thailand hot seat after talks over keeping Manchester United role

22 September 2009 18:01
Bryan Robson looks set to be confirmed as manager of Thailand on Wednesday following talks in Bangkok.[LNB]Robson is in line to replace former England team-mate Peter Reidafter the former Sunderland boss returned to the Premier League asNo 2 to Tony Pulis at Stoke.[LNB]Asked if he had agreed to take the job, Robson told a press conference in Bangkok on Tuesday: "No, but it's looking pretty good.[LNB] All this can be yours: Thailand FA chief Worawi Makudi welcomes Bryan Robson to Bangkok[LNB][LNB]"What we will discuss is the commitment that is involved for thenational team and the timescale for that because of the commitmentsthat I have in England with Manchester United."[LNB]Robson has an ambassadorial role with United and wants that to continue.[LNB]Thailand Football Association chairman Worawi Makudi revealed therewould be another press conference after further talks withRobson.[LNB]Thailand have made a steady start to their qualifying campaign forthe 2011 Asian Cup in Qatar after securing draws against Jordan andIran.[LNB] Bryan Robson: How Fabio Capello made England's midfield workUnited set to escape FIFA action over transfer of Fiorentina teen FornasierTHE LIST: Sportsmail's top 50 footballers to have played under Sir Bobby Robson, Nos 10-1MANCHESTER UNITED FC

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