Andy Peaks, Andy Woodman and Alan Sheehan, among others, have also been mentioned as possible candidates – but if the club were going to go down a different route, who else is out there? We’ve taken a look...
5. Garry Monk
Hasn't been in work since leaving Cambridge 13 months ago. Previous clubs include Swansea, Leeds, Middlesbrough, Birmingham and Sheffield Wednesday. Very experienced but has had mixed success. Photo: Alex Pantling
6. Andy Butler
Has done an impressive job at Scunthorpe after starting his managerial career with Doncaster Rovers Belles. Won promotion with Scunny last season and currently has them fifth in the National League Photo: Pete Norton
7. Stuart Maynard
His time at Notts County did not go to plan - although it wasn't a disaster either - but he did an excellent job at Wealdstone and now has York 2nd in the National League. Known for playing attractive football Photo: Gareth Copley
8. Mike Dodds
Spent three years coaching at Sunderland, during which time he had three spells as interim manager. His first full-time job came at Wycombe but he left in September last year. Another one who is highly regarded within the game as a coach - but perhaps not suited to being a manager Photo: Cameron Howard