The managerial shortlist

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It's also not unusual in football for incoming managers/coaches knowing that they weren't the first choice, so I wouldn't get too hung up on that. Clubs always claim the new incumbent was their first choice, but I'm sure there are plenty more even than the ones where it's obvious. All managers/coaches understand that there are negotiations and sometimes they aren't successful - it's all part of the game.

I just hope we don't end up with someone boring and am concerned that the transfer window is ticking away with decisions having to be made on new signings (including not bringing anyone in!) without being able to involve the new head coach in a proper squad evaluation.