John Eustace has stepped into Anthony Barry's shoes as Ireland assistant boss and is already on board with Stephen Kenny as preparations have begun for the friendlies with Belgium and Lithuania over the coming eight days.
Eustace, a former midfielder, played for Coventry City, Watford and Derby County.
The 42-year-old is currently assistant manager at Championship side Queens Park Rangers - he has also been in charge of the side in a caretaker capacity.
