Waterford are expected to extend Davy Fitzgerald's tenure as hurling manager in the coming days.Fitzgerald is close to an agreement with Waterford to continue for a third season, despite losing key members of his backroom team reports today's Irish Independent newspaper. The former Clare goalkeeper, who had heart surgery in late August and is still in recuperation, has been speaking to Waterford officials over the last few days with a view to continuing on.
If and when the Sixmilebridge man is confirmed he will be looking for replacements for selectors Maurice Geary and Peter Queally and team trainer Gerry Fitzpatrick. Fitzgerald will still require an all clear from his medical team but should get the green light to continue one of hurling's most challenging jobs.
Meanwhile Mickey Ned O'Sullivan is to stay on as Limerick football manager for a fifth successive year.
