Early bookies favourites

Last updated : 05 May 2010 By Covsupport news service. RD

The early favourites in the race for the hot seat at The Ricoh are David O'Leary and Steve Cotterill.

Other names mentioned as  in the running are Tony Mowbray, Gary McAllister and Gary Megson.

Coventry fans are  divided in their opinions about who they think should succeed Chris Coleman. The strongest opinions however, are on who shouldn't be the new manager.

 Although O'Leary is a bookies favourite, he is far from being a fans favourite judging by the opinions of fans writing in a variety of forums and message boards. Former Sky Blues manager Gary McAllister is also an unpopular choice. Another choice likely to prove unpopular is Gareth Southgate

Steve Cotterill is generally a favoured candidate for the job, but Tony Mowbray has divided opinions, some strongly in favour, others equally strongly against him.

The man who's opinion does matter is that of chairman Ray Ranson, who will have to select the right candidate from a a long list of applicants.

The chairman will be acutely aware that who he chooses as the new manager will have an effect on season ticket sales and if he makes an unpopular choice, sales wil be badly affected.

Mr Ranson has the difficult job of finding and employing a manager who will agree to work within the financial resources of the club, be able to motivate and coach the players with the right tactics and  to please the supporters who will, in turn buy tickets to watch Coventry City.