Fitzmaurice leading candidate to succeed Joyce in Galway
Éamonn Fitzmaurice has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Pádraic Joyce as the manager of the Galway senior football team. Fitzmaurice, a former All-Ireland winner with Kerry, has been in positive discussions with the Galway County Board.
Why it matters
This confirms the ongoing transition in leadership for a major inter-county football team, highlighting the influence of experienced figures in the sport.
Éamonn Fitzmaurice is in advanced talks with the Galway County Board to take over the manager's position vacated by Pádraic Joyce in early September .
It is understood the Finuge clubman has engaged positively with Galway chairman Paul Bellew in recent weeks and is the leading candidate to take charge of the Tribesmen's senior footballers.
A three-time All-Ireland winner as a player, Fitzmaurice managed Kerry for six years between 2013 and 2018, leading the Kingdom to Sam Maguire glory in 2014.
He also claimed six straight Munster SFC titles and an Allianz League title during his time in charge.
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