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<blockquote data-quote="snoopy snoopy dog dog" data-source="post: 193895"><p>I've heard that rumour too. </p><p></p><p>Bradley to Munster was supposed to be a shoe-in three years ago too, before Kidney expressed interest in the position. I can't see the Munster branch giving him the job now given how Connacht have stagnated under his leadership in both Europe and especially the Magners League. </p><p></p><p>With O'Sullivan living in Connacht, I can see where the rumour emanates from. Having said that, I think it would be a massive backward step for him. Going from Ireland boss to coach of the "development" province isn't something which I think would appeal to him. In my opinion he'll hold out for a top job in England or France - Biarritz are on the lookout for a new coach and EOS has the type of profile to fit the bill.</p><p></p><p>A scenario I could see playing out is Niall O'Donovan getting the Munster gig with Gareth Jenkins as forwards coach and assistant head coach. Brian Walsh could be a candidate for backs coach and the heir apparent to the Munster throne once O'Donovan packs it in (when Kidney vacates the Ireland post?).</p><p></p><p>Also, if Connacht fire Michael Bradley as I think they should, it appears as though Eric Elwood with Dan McFarland as assistant is the most likely replacement team. However Mike Brewer wants a shot at a head coaching job and, given his performance with Leinster, could be an excellent choice. </p><p></p><p>If Bradley is indeed fired, I could definitely see Eddie O'Sullivan bringing him wherever he goes as assistant.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="snoopy snoopy dog dog, post: 193895"] I've heard that rumour too. Bradley to Munster was supposed to be a shoe-in three years ago too, before Kidney expressed interest in the position. I can't see the Munster branch giving him the job now given how Connacht have stagnated under his leadership in both Europe and especially the Magners League. With O'Sullivan living in Connacht, I can see where the rumour emanates from. Having said that, I think it would be a massive backward step for him. Going from Ireland boss to coach of the "development" province isn't something which I think would appeal to him. In my opinion he'll hold out for a top job in England or France - Biarritz are on the lookout for a new coach and EOS has the type of profile to fit the bill. A scenario I could see playing out is Niall O'Donovan getting the Munster gig with Gareth Jenkins as forwards coach and assistant head coach. Brian Walsh could be a candidate for backs coach and the heir apparent to the Munster throne once O'Donovan packs it in (when Kidney vacates the Ireland post?). Also, if Connacht fire Michael Bradley as I think they should, it appears as though Eric Elwood with Dan McFarland as assistant is the most likely replacement team. However Mike Brewer wants a shot at a head coaching job and, given his performance with Leinster, could be an excellent choice. If Bradley is indeed fired, I could definitely see Eddie O'Sullivan bringing him wherever he goes as assistant. [/QUOTE]
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