Sunderland confirmed that Mike Dodds had been appointed interim head coach until the end of the season after Michael Beale left his post after just 63 days and 12 games at the helm earlier this year.
The Black Cats have slipped down the table significantly in the New Year and will finish mid-table. But who are the bookies saying could take the job after Dodds’ interim stint? Here, we take a look courtesy of Instant Casinos:
9. Kevin Phillips
Former Hartlepool United manager Kevin Phillips has dropped out of the betting to become Sunderland's next head coach. Photo: Nathan Stirk
10. Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock has been given odds 50/1 to be named Sunderland's next head coach after the sacking of Michael Beale earlier this year. He was 33/1 last week. Photo: Ian MacNicol
11. Steve Bruce
Steve Bruce has been given odds 28/1 to be named Sunderland's next head coach after the sacking of Michael Beale earlier this year. He was 22/1 last week. Photo: Lewis Storey
12. Mike Dodds
Mike Dodds has now dropped out of the betting to replace Micheal Beale as Sunderland head coach. Photo: Stu Forster