Osian Roberts hopes to succeed Chris Coleman as Wales boss

As FAW technical director, Osian Roberts (R) has helped the likes of Roberto Martinez, Thierry Henry, David Ginola and Marcel Desailly earn coaching qualifications

Osian Roberts says he would be interested in succeeding Chris Coleman as Wales manager.

The 52-year-old has been part of Wales' coaching team since 2010, when the late Gary Speed was appointed manager.

He became assistant manager in 2015 under Coleman, who resigned earlier this month to become Sunderland boss.

"The last seven years have been an incredible journey. I don't have any doubts that I could make be a success of the role," said Roberts.

"I couldn't be more experienced on the international stage without actually doing the job itself.

"I know the steps that need to be taken to if Wales are to reach Euro 2020.

"There's a bright future in front of this group of players, and there's more young talent coming through."

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Roberts did not play professional football in the United Kingdom, taking up a scholarship in the United States at the age of 19.

He helped Coleman guide Wales to the Euro 2016 semi-finals and was also at his side when their 2018 World Cup hopes ended.

Roberts, who is also Football Association of Wales technical director, expects the governing body to "take their time" appointing Coleman's successor.

'I'd know if it was time to leave'

Speaking on BBC Radio Cymru's Ar y Marc (On The Mark) football programme, Roberts said: "I'm a proud Welshman that's enjoyed the journey over the past seven years, and I'm sure there's more to come.

"I would know if it's time for me to leave. But the most important thing is this team goes from strength to strength.

"I think continuity and consistency are factors that are underestimated in the modern game and it's important this group of players get the best possible opportunity to succeed and reach Euro 2020."

Former Wales strikers Craig Bellamy and John Hartson have expressed their interest in taking over from Coleman.

The contenders also include ex-Wales midfielder Ryan Giggs and Tony Pulis, who is out of a job after his recent sacking by West Bromwich Albion.