- Robbie Keane has been named caretaker boss for Indian Super League side ATK
- The former Republic of Ireland star will take charge against NorthEast United
- The former Tottenham and Liverpool striker already has his UEFA A license
Robbie Keane is set for his first job in football management after taking the reigns at Indian Super League club ATK.
The 37-year-old will take sole temporary charge when they face NorthEast United on Sunday, as he takes up a player-manager role.
Keane already has his UEFA A license and this would be a big first step for the former Republic of Ireland international in making the move the pitch to the dugout.
Robbie Keane (right) is set for his first management role when he takes charge of ATK
The former Tottenham and Leeds striker has been performing well for ATK on the field, finding the net five times in his last six starts for the Kolkata-based team.
ATK were managed by Teddy Sheringham at the beginning of the season, but was sacked after winning just three of his 10 games in charge.
He was replaced by former Sheffield Wednesday defender Ashley Westwood, however he has now departed too after ATK missed out on a play-off spot for the first time in four seasons.
Keane has a couple of familiar faces in his ATK side that he can call upon.
Former Wigan and Newcastle defender Ryan Taylor plays for the ISL outfit, as does former Burnley forward Martin Paterson.
The 37-year-old will take sole temporary charge for their ISL clash against NorthEast United