Speed should stay in game - Allardyce
12 April 2012
Bolton manager Sam Allardyce claims it would be shame if Gary Speed was lost to the game when he retires from playing.
The 37-year-old Welsh midfielder is toying with the idea of becoming a coach. Speed celebrated a record 500th Premier League appearance by helping Bolton defeat West Ham at the weekend.
Allardyce said: "It is very important that the top players like Gary stay in the game. We need to build the next breed of British managers and I hope he carries on in coaching."
He added: "Gary is experienced and loves the game. I would encourage him to learn all he can."
