The IRFU are in talks with former Ireland captain Paul O'Connell about a coaching position according to performance director David Nucifora.
He's revealed that negotiations with the Munster man began before he decided to retire.
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The former Munster, Ireland and Lions captain retired this year due to a hamstring injury he suffered at the World Cup.
Since then O'Connell has been spotted touring around a number of French and English clubs to see how they operate.