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Ryan Giggs ruled out as new Wales manager

Ryan Giggs may be Wales boss one day but not just yet
Ryan Giggs may be Wales manager one day but not just yet

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says there is no chance of Ryan Giggs becoming the new Wales boss.

But ex-Utd striker and former Wales boss Mark Hughes urged Giggs to take the job if offered the chance.

Former Wales captain Giggs is among the bookies' favourites to replace John Toshack, who stood down on Thursday.

Hughes, who combined playing for Blackburn with managing Wales said: "He [Giggs] has to decide if it's right for him but I'd recommend it to him."

However, Ferguson says that the 36-year-old winger will be concentrating on his playing career at Old Trafford.

"I spoke to him [Giggs]. It will not happen," said Ferguson, who also ruled out the possibility of Giggs taking on the role part-time.

"It is impossible to do both. We have to be selfish here, I am not even prepared to negotiate on this matter."

Ferguson also hinted strongly that Giggs will continue playing beyond the end of this season, suggesting a further year's extension to his current contract is in the pipeline.

TOSHACK'S SUCCESSORS
John Toshack
WHO IS INTERESTED?
Chris Coleman, John Hartson
WHO IS RULED OUT?
Ryan Giggs, Tony Pulis, Kenny Jackett, Gary Speed
WHO MAY BE INTERESTED?