The 15 ‘leading candidates’ to become Hartlepool United’s next manager with former Leeds United, Sunderland and Sheffield United managers all linked
By Joe Buck
Published 2nd Nov 2021, 11:34 BST
Updated 2nd Nov 2021, 11:45 BST
There are plenty of high-profile managers being linked with Hartlepool United.
Last night, Pools confirmed that Dave Challinor was set to leave the club.
Challinor has spent two years at Victoria Park and will leave the club sitting in 10th in League Two, a far healthier position than when he took over in November 2019.
With that in mind, the Pools job may be an attractive option for and here, we have listed 15 managers that BetVictor believe could be the next man in the Victoria Park dugout.
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With that in mind, the Pools job may be an attractive option for and here, we have listed 15 managers that BetVictor believe could be the next man in the Victoria Park dugout.
9. Nigel Adkins - 12/1
Adkins has worked at all levels of the football pyramid and would bring a wealth of experience to Hartlepool. (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images) Photo: Stephen Pond
The former Newport County boss was in charge at Rodney Parade for over four years before his departure last month. In that time, Flynn steered Newport clear of relegation danger and made them a regular threat to the playoff places, all whilst masterminding a few eye-catching cup runs. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Photo: George Wood
The 44-year-old’s spell as Millwall manager was hugely successful as he made them a solid Championship outfit. However, he couldn’t replicate this magic at Cardiff City and Harris departed south Wales in January. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images) Photo: David Rogers
Harris’ replacement at Cardiff was Mick McCarthy, however, he suffered the same fate, lasting just 38 games in charge of the Bluebirds. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) Photo: Justin Setterfield