It's in an effort to form a government
It's reported the two parties will step up efforts this week to put together a deal involving the Greens.
According to a new poll, 26 per cent of voters would favour such a coalition.
Another 26 per cent want Sinn Fein to lead a government involving left-wing parties.
The Sunday Business Post/Red C poll shows just 15 per cent of voters want a second election