Following the news that Walsall had parted ways with head coach Mat Sadler, we've take a look at some of the potential candidates to replace him in the dugout at the Pallet-Track Bescot Stadium.Confirming his departure on their official website, the Saddlers also confirmed that forst-team coach Darren Byfield and the rest of the existing coaches will take charge of this weekend's meeting with Crewe Alexandra.
Darren Moore: Recently available after leaving Port Vale, Moore is a Birmingham native with experience securing promotion from League Two.
Lee Grant: A more ambitious "up-and-coming" option, Grant has recently been gaining coaching experience and is viewed as a fresh alternative to more established names.
Darren Ferguson: Though currently linked with other roles, Ferguson has a proven track record of multiple promotions in the lower leagues of English football.
Terry Connor: Already at the club to assist the first team, his veteran experience makes him a candidate for a short-term or permanent step up if the club opts for continuity.
Andy Butler: Currently performing well at Scunthorpe United in the National League. A former Saddlers captain, certainly a strong candidate.
ODDS
Darren Moore: 3/1 - Seen as the early favourite due to availability.
Darren Byfield: 8/1 - Currently in the interim setup; odds reflect "internal" option.
Terry Connor: 10/1 - Experienced figure already at the Bescot Stadium.
Andy Butler: 14/1 - Currently performing well at Scunthorpe United; an ex-Walsall player.
Odds based on recent market trends for similar EFL openings on Oddschecker & OLBG