Tony Mowbray was a popular figure on Wearside and his sacking has certainly split opinion amongst Sunderland’s fan base.
The 60-year-old took the job at the Stadium of Light last season after Alex Neil's departure to Stoke City and led the team to a play-off semi-final.
However, Mowbray has now been dismissed with Sunderland sitting ninth in the Championship on 27 points, three away from the top-six spots.
Here, though, we take a look at who Sunderland fans want to take over from Mowbray after The Echo asked supporters on social media:
However, Mowbray has now been dismissed with Sunderland sitting ninth in the Championship on 27 points, three away from the top-six spots.
13. John Eustace
Many fans on social media mentioned the name of John Eustace. The former Birmingham City manager is out of work having been sacked by The Blues in favour of Wayne Rooney. Photo: Marc Atkins