Alan Sheehan, the former Lincoln City and Notts County player, has become a frontrunner for the vacant Swansea City managerial position, according to Yorkshire Live. Currently serving as the interim boss after Michael Duff’s departure, Sheehan has overseen two matches, securing a win against Rotherham (2-1) and earning a draw against Stoke City (1-1).
Swansea City currently sits 16th in the Championship table, just two wins behind eighth-placed Blackburn. Sheehan is in contention for the job alongside Spurs coach Chris Davies and former Luton Town manager Nathan Jones. His association with Jones, whom he worked closely with at Southampton, has fueled speculation about his candidacy.
Despite the interim role, Sheehan has not ruled himself out of consideration for the permanent position. His impact on the team has been noticeable, and there is a growing belief that he could be the right person to lead Swansea forward. Sheehan has been with the club since June, having previously collaborated with Jones at both Luton and Southampton.
Before transitioning to coaching, Sheehan had an extensive playing career, representing clubs such as Leeds, Bradford, Notts County, and Luton. He made 458 senior appearances, starting at Leicester, and earned Under 21 caps for Ireland. His playing career concluded with spells at Oldham, Northampton, and Lincoln City, where he briefly appeared before the COVID-19 break.
Sheehan acknowledged there is room for improvement but expressed his commitment to the role, emphasizing that his dedication remains constant, whether as a manager or assistant.
As the Swans prepare to host Middlesbrough, Sheehan’s future in the dugout beyond this weekend remains uncertain. While bookies’ odds may not definitively predict outcomes, there is recognition that Sheehan is an emerging coach who could step into the managerial role if chosen. The possibility of Nathan Jones taking over, with Sheehan becoming an assistant, is also considered a likely scenario to replicate their success at Luton Town.
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