JOEY JONES has turned down the chance to assist new Wales youth supremo Brian Flynn.

Wrexham coach Jones had been asked to help out intermediate teams manager Flynn, a new role created by in coining Wales manager John Toshack.

Former Wales, Liverpool and Wrexham legend Jones had been pencilled in as Flynn's part-time assistant but he says his fear of flying forced him to turn down the offer.

"I had a long, serious think about it because I was flattered that John Toshack and Brian Flynn wanted me with them," Jones said.

"But I didn't think I could give 100 per cent if I didn't go to away games."