23 Quotes by Steve Staunton

Bobby had a very positive chat with him. Bobby, as you know, lives in that part of the woods. He's spoken to him on numerous occasions, so it's very positive.

I've said before, I'm a winner. But tomorrow I want to see my players excite me and the fans, and give them something to look forward to.

Sam thinks he's ready for it and from what I've seen I'd agree. He is in the first team now and learning the game but he can play at right back or in midfield which is the sort of versatility that you want.

They had that little bit of luck. They were fortunate to have seven minutes of stoppage time against Sheffield Wednesday when Steve Bruce scored twice to turn the game round. You need a little bit of luck, no matter how good you are. They got it and we didn't and the rest is history. Look what's happened to United since and what's happened to Villa.

That's part of the reason for taking this man on board, he's done it all.

It's great that he's getting the opportunity that he is at City. He wants to play and in the games he has played he's more than held his own. He's a very bright prospect.

I know that the caliber of the team I have will bring a huge range of experience and talent to the challenges that lie ahead. I can't wait to get started. I hope that the drive, passion and commitment that we have can reflect the Irish fans' real love for the game and have an impact not just on the squad but on the nation.

I'm the boss, I'm the gaffer and at the end of the day what I say goes. I will use Bobby in whatever role I see fit.

If you look at the younger level, we are quite strong in that department with what is coming through, so it depends on who catches the eye.