Updated at 18.50
SHAY GIVEN MAY attend training for Donegal GAA this week it has emerged, with the ex-Ireland goalkeeper’s season in soccer having finished.
Given is a well-known fan of the Donegal team, frequently tweeting his support of the side and sometimes attending games.
Speaking to The Evening Herald, he revealed his close friendship with the team’s goalkeeping coach Pat Shovelin and added: “I have spoken to Jim McGuinness a few times and he wanted me to go up training this week,” Given, currently contracted to Aston Villa, revealed.
The former Newcastle goalkeeper, who has won 125 caps for the Republic of Ireland soccer team, added:
“It’s not really to do any coaching or hard work with the Donegal keepers, it’s really just a case of mingling with the players, having a chat and seeing if there is anything I can help with.”
Despite suggestions to the contrary though, Given won’t be training with the team tonight, but is still thought to be considering the option later this week.
Given is not the first high-profile sports star to get involved in GAA in recent times. Former Connacht rugby player, Gavin Duffy, joined the Mayo senior panel earlier this month.
What do you think? Could Shay Given do a good job in goals for Donegal?
