26-05-2025
Five contenders for Dundee manager job revealed as Celtic and Rangers heroes could go head-to-head for role
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DUNDEE chiefs will step up their search for a new manager this week.
Dens Park general manager John Nelms and technical adviser Gordon Strachan are leading the hunt for Tony Docherty's replacement.
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Dundee are on the hint for Tony Docherty's successor
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Shaun Maloney remains in the frame
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The 54-year-old and his staff were axed last week, less than 24 hours after keeping the Dark Blues in the top flight.
Ex-Hibs boss Shaun Maloney is one of the main contenders for the post, having been the man Strachan wanted back in 2022.
The ex-Celtic and Scotland attacker was reluctant to move into the Championship at that stage but is interested now they are guaranteed another season in the Premiership.
Maloney is a free agent after leaving Wigan in March and is eager to get back in the dugout.
Former Dundee skipper Charlie Adam is likely to be considered and ex-Dark Blue Temuri Ketsbaia has also expressed an interest.
Ayr United boss Scott Brown and Andy Woodman, gaffer of English League Two side Bromley, are contenders.
With Dundee set to lose a chunk of their current squad, club chiefs are aware the clock's ticking on an appointment.
Meanwhile, Rangers are closing in on the appointment of their new manager.
SunSport understands Gers chiefs will make their final decision by the end of this week.
Russell Martin remains in the frame and will hold further talks with the Light Blues in the coming days.
Steven Gerrard, Davide Ancelotti and Brian Priske are all being considered too.
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