Coleman will hold talks over leading Wales

The FAW are stepping up their recruitment drive following the death of manager Gary Speed in November and Coleman has emerged as one of the leading contenders for the post.

Other names which have been linked have included John Hartson, Ryan Giggs and Speed’s assistant Raymond Verheijen.

But former Wales centre-half Coleman, whose last managerial role was in charge of Greek side Larissa, revealed he will talk to the governing body in the coming days.

“I’ll meet with the FAW this week to discuss the situation,” he said.

Coleman added later: “Circumstances are very difficult, it’s sensitive. If it is to be – if the job is mine – then it will be the pinnacle for me. Managing your country is the pinnacle for any manager.

“We’re not there yet but talks will take place.

“It means a lot to me, absolutely. In another situation, I’d probably be on cloud nine but because of the situation, because it was Gary, I almost feel a little bit guilty that I’m even going to talk about taking the job, because Gary is no longer with us.”