Former Charlton boss Dean Holden also on shortlist

Ex-Charlton boss Dean Holden, 44, is being considered for a managerial return at struggling Salford. He is one of three candidates on the shortlist for the role.

Ryan Giggs, a potential candidate

Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs, 50, is also being considered for the Salford manager's job. Giggs, along with other members of the Class of 92, invested in Salford in 2014. The club has enjoyed success with four promotions in five years.

Salford's Premier League dream under threat

Despite the ambitious owners' goal of guiding Salford into the Premier League, the club is now facing the possibility of relegation back to non-league football. Salford has struggled in recent league games, failing to secure a win in their last nine matches.

Search for a new manager

Following a 5-1 defeat to Tranmere on Boxing Day and a 3-0 loss to Grimsby, Salford sacked Neil Wood and are now on the hunt for their fifth permanent manager since becoming an EFL club.

Current league position

Salford's recent poor form has left them 21st in the league table.