Brian Kerr has described FAI's decision not to renew his contract as Irish soccer manager, as "short sighted" and contrary to the principles of the Genesis report.
In a statement issued last night through the offices of his agent Brian Kerr said that he would take some time to consider his future options but that he intended to remain involved in the game.
"I acknowledge the decision of the board of the FAI (but) I am disappointed that I am not being given the opportunity to continue my work with the senior national team.
"I believe that the decision is short-sighted and contrary to the much vaunted spirit of the Genesis report."
He said that after nine-and-a- half years working for the association he was "deeply saddened" that his work in the game is at least temporarily at an end.
"I intend to take some time," he concluded, "to consider the next step in my career but I do intent to remain involved in professional football".