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Wales manager Robert Page closes in one new long-term deal ahead of the World Cup in Qatar after stepping in for Ryan Giggs and guiding the national team to the last 16 of Euro 2020

Wales manager Robert Page is close to signing a new 'long-term' contract, according to FAW president Steve Williams.

Page has been in charge of the national team since stepping in for Ryan Giggs - initially on a temporary basis - when the former Manchester United winger was placed on leave in November 2020.

Giggs eventually stood down as Wales boss in June of this year ahead of a domestic violence trial which is ongoing. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Wales boss Robert Page is close to signing a new 'long-term' contract with the national side
Page has been in charge of the national team since stepping in for Ryan Giggs - initially on a temporary basis - when the former United winger was placed on leave in November 2020

After taking Wales to the last 16 of Euro 2020, Page - who previously served as Giggs' assistant - led the country to their first World Cup since 1958, sealing qualification via a memorable play-off victory over Ukraine in Cardiff in June.