Next Sunderland manager: Duncan Ferguson emerges as favourite, Everton future unclear, ex-Celtic and Hibs boss listed
Duncan Ferguson has emerged as the early bookmakers’ favourite for the vacant Sunderland job.
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Ex-PL figure tipped to take reins as Sunderland’s new manager
Sunderland made the decision to sack Lee Johnson over the weekend, with the Black Cats losing to Bolton Wanderers 6-0 in Sky Bet League One in the run-up to the dismissal.
Potential Sunderland candidate fielding counter-offer from Everton
Sunderland candidate Duncan Ferguson could yet remain with Everton as part of Frank Lampard’s backroom staff, as the former Derby County and Chelsea boss closes in on the Goodison Park vacancy.
Sunderland next manager odds as Aston Villa flop Remi Garde in running
Sunderland sacked manager Lee Johnson on Sunday night after their 6-0 thumping at Bolton Wanderers the day before.
Four early names emerge as Sunderland search for Lee Johnson replacement
Paul Cook, Grant McCann, Neil Lennon, and Duncan Ferguson have all been named as potential candidates as Sunderland search for a replacement for Lee Johnson, according to a report from the Northern Echo.
Hearts fans warm to Everton striker with Duncan Ferguson traits and derby goal will seal affections
After Ellis Simms had chased down a long ball forward in the dying moments of Hearts’ 2-0 victory over Motherwell at Tynecastle on Saturday to win a corner, a low rumble of appreciation rippled round the stadium.
Ellis Simms: Learning from Everton hero Duncan Ferguson, scoring first Hearts goal and derby fever for Hibs
The on-loan Everton striker celebrated his first Hearts goal on his first Hearts start as Motherwell were dispatched 2-0 at Tynecastle Park on Saturday. Aside from the close-range finish, he added useful pace and link-up play to the Edinburgh club’s attack in a fine performance.
Man United DENY Everton an option-to-buy clause in Van de Beek loan
Manchester United haven't given up on Donny van de Beek just yet, refusing to include the option for a permanent move in the Dutchman's Everton loan deal.