Interim Blackburn Rovers manager Michael O'Neill insists any decision about his future must be right for himself, the club, and Northern Ireland.
O'Neill has been juggling his role at Blackburn with his position as Northern Ireland head coach since taking over at Ewood Park in February on a deal until the end of the season. After securing the club's Championship status with a game to spare, he previously stated that combining both jobs long-term is unsustainable.
"It's in everyone's interest that the right solution is found for everyone because Blackburn want to plan as early as they can for next season," O'Neill told BBC Radio Lancashire. "The conditions have to be right for all three parties—not just for the Irish Football Association and Blackburn, but for me as well. It has to be right for my family situation. I currently live in Scotland and that works for me with going back and forth to Belfast and predominantly coming down to the north of England to watch games."
O'Neill, whose Northern Ireland contract runs until 2028, has won five of his 15 games in charge of Blackburn, guiding them to safety. He is scheduled to lead Northern Ireland in two June friendlies, but noted that Blackburn could activate a termination clause in his contract if they choose.
"I've had messages with the people at the IFA and also had conversations with the people here, and it's all been very positive," he added.
Despite the achievement, O'Neill downplayed celebrations. "I was brought in here to do a job and we've done that. Hopefully that's been a positive but it doesn't feel like something I should celebrate. It's brought a sense of relief and hopefully gives the fanbase a bit of hope."
Blackburn end their season on Saturday with a home match against relegated Leicester City (12:30 BST).