'Get real' - Saints fans split on who they want to replace Martin as manager
SAINTS fans are split on who they want to come in and replace sacked manager Russell Martin, as the club continues to sound out potential options.
Sheffield Wednesday's Danny Rohl and former Denmark boss Kasper Hjulmand are among the bookies' favourites but such markets are not always right.
Sport Republic would also prefer a manager to come in for the long term rather than a quick-fix punt in an attempt to stay in the Premier League.
They would like any new boss to have a clear and recognisable style of play and be able to work with the foundations laid by Jason Wilcox and Martin.
But who do the fans want? Plenty have been having their say on our forums and on social media platforms as the search enters a second day.
On the Daily Echo website, in response to our managerial shortlist, saintmary said: "Potter knows the game and plays great football.
AndyT in Salt Lake City, USA: "My preferred pick is Potter, but I just can't see it happening for obvious reasons. So why not go with Danny Rohl?
Saints4life82: "I see Danny Rohl is the big early favourite. I suggested him a while back and would be pleased if he was appointed."
Osrav: "Get real if you think any PL manager will make the switch to the club in its current state or Graham Potter will bother with this relegation in his CV."
StevenAus: "Danny Rohl would be good."
theproblemwithsquirrels: "Corberan has done a great job at WBA but he would be expensive as he has been tied down by a long-term contract."
Only Saints: "I’d offer the job to Potter - we’ve tried the inexperienced option far too many times and been disappointed."
Crossley Place Saint: "I have put £50 on Kaspar Hjulmand at 14/1. He is Danish, so will appeal to his compatriot Rasmus."
mike SFC1976: "Just get a proven premier manager and stop this gamble on young inexperienced manager or manager based on statistics."
Danny Rohl is a popular pick among our commenters (Image: PA)
On social media site X, fans added:
It has to be Graham Potter in my opinion, he is good enough to keep us up and we have the players to play in his systems.
For me, Rohl would be my first choice only if we were to go down. Vasco Matos sounds like the wildcard option.— Alex Comber (@AlexComberSfc) December 16, 2024
In a dream land, David moyes or graham potter but realistically speaking kasper hjulmand
— Kieran Smith (@kierannkater98) December 16, 2024
Steve Cooper, best realistic option.
— Nick Clifton @frannystash.bsky.social (@FrannysTash) December 16, 2024
I want Rohl, but Hjumand will be cheap and want to come and defo intrested in him early doors. A little underwhelming but could solidify things for 6 months for sure.
— Bannerman (@saintbannerman) December 16, 2024
Vasco Matos, Would definitely be someone that would really intrieg me. I would think he would stay too when we inevitably get relegated, A exciting appointment.
— Nick Madden (@NickMad54900372) December 16, 2024
John Eustace could be good for a championship rebuild with a couple of transfer windows to help
— Tom Blackwood (@tblackwood23) December 16, 2024
Moyes or rohl
— Andy (@Andystevens_70) December 16, 2024
Who do you want Saints to approach with an offer and who do you think will eventually take the job? Let us know in the comments below...
