The Republic of Ireland players that gained qualification for the upcoming EURO 2016 finals in France have come to terms with the FAI on a bonus package.
The deal was agreed following negotiations between the FAI and the players' representatives, Ciarán Medlar.
He heads up the Sports Unit at BDO Ireland, which advises many of Ireland’s leading professional sportspeople on all aspects of their financial and commercial planning.
John O’Shea and Robbie Keane acted on behalf of the Ireland players. The package includes payments to players who helped Ireland to qualify for EURO 2016, as well as a bonus structure for future successes at the Championships this summer.
John Delaney, FAI CEO, said: "I want to thank Robbie Keane and John O'Shea, as captain and vice captain, who acted on behalf of the players, and to all of the players themselves for bringing this matter to a successful and speedy conclusion, and for their professionalism throughout this short process.
“We can all now look forward to EURO 2016 together as Ireland get set for what will be a great occasion for the team and for our millions of supporters around the world.”
Robbie Keane today thanked the FAI for bringing the matter to a successful outcome.
"I would like to thank the Football Association of Ireland and John Delaney on behalf of all of the players," he said.
“We are pleased to have finalised this agreement quickly and cordially with the FAI through our representative, Ciaran Medlar.”
“The players are all very focused on preparing the tournament. We are delighted to have reached the EURO 2016 finals and really looking forward to an exciting group. It will be a tremendous honour to represent the country in France.”
