'I didn't say that' - Heimir Hallgrimsson on suggestions he urged Irish players to leave as Josh Honohan and Johnny Kenny enter frame for Bulgaria

Heimir Hallgrimsson, the manager of the Ireland national football team, appeared on The Late, Late Show and addressed rumors regarding encouraging League of Ireland players to seek opportunities abroad to improve their chances of international selection. He made it clear that he did not advocate for this approach. Additionally, he shared that two players from Shamrock Rovers, including Josh Honohan, are on his provisional roster for the upcoming matches against Bulgaria, highlighting local talent's potential.

Speaking on The Late, Late Show, Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson clarified that he has not suggested to League of Ireland players to leave the country for better international opportunities.

Ahead of the squad announcement, Hallgrimsson mentioned that two players from Shamrock Rovers were included in his provisional list for the upcoming matches, including Corkman Josh Honohan.

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