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Potential Scotland candidate holds 'discussions' with nation over vacant role

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Roberto Martinez could be out of the running for the Scotland job.

The former Portugal manager has been linked to the Hampden post after Steve Clarke's departure.

However, Dutch outlet De Telegraaf claims the KNVB have held "discussions" with Martinez to replace Ronald Koeman as head coach. The 53-year-old reportedly met Dutch FA technical director Nigel de Jong in Malaga.


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Martinez, who has ties to Scotland from his time as a Motherwell player, is a high-profile candidate for the Scotland job. However, a move to Amsterdam is not certain yet.

His lawyer, Jesse de Preter, said there's "nothing in motion" and indicated that the Dutch association's preference for a homegrown coach, along with potential financial issues, could make a deal challenging.

Martinez left Portugal after the World Cup. He previously managed Belgium, Everton, Wigan Athletic, and Swansea City.

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