At least one Championship rival has voiced concerns regarding Michael O'Neill's position as both Blackburn Rovers manager and Northern Ireland manager. The issue involves a potential conflict of interest regarding player selection and monitoring, per Sky Sports. O'Neill returned to the Northern Ireland post in December 2022 and later joined Blackburn in a dual capacity.
Opponents have reportedly questioned whether O'Neill's access to international data and player scouting gives Blackburn an unfair advantage. The concerns also touch upon the workload involved in managing both a domestic club and a national side simultaneously. No official complaint has been filed with the English Football League, according to The Guardian.
Blackburn currently sit in the bottom half of the Championship table as they look to secure their league status for next season. The club has not yet issued a formal response to the reports regarding the manager's status. O'Neill remains under contract with both the Irish Football Association and the Lancashire club, following his appointment to the Ewood Park role earlier this season.
