Everton captain Coleman signs one-year contact extension

The 36-year-old made his senior Republic of Ireland debut more than 14 years ago.

Chiedozie Ogbene, Will Smallbone and Robbie Brady, whose goal secured victory in Finland last month, are all currently sidelined.

Hallgrimsson was co-manager of the Iceland side that famously knocked England out of the Euro 2016 finals.

Stephen Kenny’s replacement is due to be unveiled next month.