Hoddle the favourite as SFA reach agreement

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

George Burley’s departure is confirmed as the SFA have reached an agreement with Saints over compensation.

Saints chairman Leon Crouch said: "George has done a terrific job here and we are all very sad to see him go.

"We would not have allowed him to talk to anyone other than Scotland and I don't think he would have left us for anyone else.

"I know he was very happy here and we were glad to have him. He is an experienced manager who commands respect.

"But it is a huge honour for anyone to take charge of their national side and we could not stand in his way.

"We thank him for all his hard work here and wish him all the best. I am sure he will do well for them."

Meanwhile, the list of possible candidates is lengthy with opinions divided. Former boss Glen Hoddle is the current bookies favourite. Harry Redknapp,however, is not!

4/1 Glenn Hoddle.
9/2 Alan Shearer.
11/2 Billy Davies.
8/1 Chris Coleman.
10/1 Graeme Souness.
10/1 Paul Ince.
12/1 Sam Allardyce.
16/1 Martin Jol.
16/1 Kevin Blackwell.
16/1 Gary Johnson.
16/1 David O'Leary.
20/1 Dave Jones.
20/1 Iain Dowie.
25/1 Graham Taylor.
25/1 Jim Magilton.
25/1 Roberto Martinez.
25/1 Mick McCarthy.
25/1 Micky Adams.
25/1 Stuart Pearce.
25/1 Mark McGhee.
28/1 Matt Le Tissier.
28/1 George Graham.
28/1 David Platt.
40/1 Lawrie McMenemy.
40/1 Gordon Strachan.
150/1 Jamie Redknapp.
150/1 Harry Redknapp.