As reported by the Evening Post, Heckingbottom is in pole position to become the next manager, as PNE’s search for a new boss hopes to reach its climax before this weekend’s match against Luton Town. Caretaker boss Mike Marsh didn’t conduct a post-match press conference in the 3-0 defeat to Swansea City, with the search for Ryan Lowe’s successor expected to conclude later this week.
Heckingbottom and former Manchester City under-21s boss Brian Barry-Murphy had been neck-and-neck in the betting markets over the course of the weekend but is the former who seems to be the preferred candidate. A shortlist has been drawn up, and it is believed that Heckingbottom has been interviewed for the job.
Carlton Palmer, capped 18 times for the English national team, and an experienced Premier League player is seemingly in agreement with PNE’s decision to go with Heckingbottom. The 58-year-old admitted that he was surprised he was still out of work, and listed him as his preferred candidate for the role.
The 23-year-old forward has been on the books at the Bantams since 2022, but has made just 18 appearances for them so far.
Young spent last season at League Two side Swindon Town on loan and impressed with 20 direct goal contributions in 29 league appearances.
Yorkshire Team of the Week: Barnsley and Huddersfield Town-heavy side also features Sheffield United duo
Fast forward to matchday two and just two picked up three points. Winners Barnsley and Huddersfield Town are afforded three-strong player representation in our latest Yorkshire Post Team of the Week, with six clubs represented.Here’s the XI in a 5-4-1 formation and who is the manager/head coach?
After saving two penalties on his debut in midweek in the EFL Cup, the loanee – nicknamed ‘Gaga’ – backed up with an excellent performance to help the Reds pick up their first league win of the campaign at Lincoln.
Wigan Athletic and Barnsley are keen on Bradford City striker Jake Young, according to reporter Alan Nixon on his Patreon page.
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