Who Is In The Frame?

Last updated : 23 December 2008 By Kevin Markey
This suggests the club will be looking for someone who is not currently employed at the moment.

Former Derby County and Preston North End manager Billy Davies fits the bill with the Scot not having worked since leaving Pride Park 13 months ago, while Adrian Boothroyd is another looking for a return to the game.

The Bradford-born 37-year-old was on the coaching staff at Elland Road when Kevin Blackwell was in charge and is out of work following last month's departure from Watford.

Gus Poyet is another possibility with his impact as Dennis Wise's assistant at Leeds meaning he has to be considered a leading contender due to the high esteem he is held at Elland Road.

It was felt by club insiders that the Uruguayan's influence was sorely missed after he opted to join Juande Ramos at Tottenham Hotspur in October 2007.

Poyet, who left White Hart Lane last month, was in the crowd at Milton Keynes on Saturday when United were beaten.

Leeds were tight-lipped last night over the search for McAllister's successor but the Yorkshire Post understands the new man could be in place before the meetings with Leicester City and Stockport County.