Nicky Butt: "I think the job needs to be (going to) someone of Alan's stature.
"I do feel Alan is favoured by a lot of people, and I do feel that he would do a very good job.
"It's well documented that the club needs a bit more strength in depth, but it's frustrating because time is running out to bring in players.
"It's ideal to get players in early doors so that you can bond with them, but it's frustrating when you are still waiting and almost falling behind other teams."