Roeder On The 'Back Burner' At Leicester

Dowie has been mentioned as a possible replacement for Martin Allen, who was last week sacked after less than three months at the Walkers Stadium.

The former Oldham, Crystal Palace and Charlton Athletic manager had been interviewed by Leicester chairman Milan Mandaric before opting to take over at Coventry back in February.

However, after leading the club to the top of the Championship table this season, Sky Blues officials are adamant Dowie will not be leaving the Ricoh Arena.

"Further to recent and unwelcome speculation regarding the club's first-team manager, Coventry City would like to confirm that it has received no approach from any club with regard to Iain Dowie," read a club statement.

"The club would also like to confirm that any approach would be firmly rebuffed."

Swindon have denied an approach has been made for Paul Sturrock.

Swindon club statement read: "Swindon Town Football Club would like to confirm that it has received no approach from any club with regard to manager Paul Sturrock.

"The club would also like to confirm that any approach would not be welcome and the club remain committed to League One success under Paul Sturrock's guidance."

Leicester boss Milan Mandaric is a friend of Roeder and don't be surprised if the ex-Toon boss suddenly comes in from the blue (pardon the pun).