Aston Villa fans here in the Tavern are desperate for their side to secure promotion to the Premier League, as they’ll be looking to assert their dominance on the play-offs.
The Villains have struggled to produce a run of positive results in recent times as promotion looks unlikely, with momentum being key at this point in their campaign. Indeed, Villa will need to prepare for the challenges of the play-offs as surrounding teams are all building up ahead of steam, and will walk all over Steve Bruce’s side if they don’t make any changes.
So, Villa will find it difficult to secure promotion to the Premier League in the current campaign after coming so far, as a managerial change could be in the offing if they fail to do so. And, having witnessed the club’s poor performances against lower-ranked sides over the past month, it looks as if Bruce could be walking a fine line come the end of the season.
Therefore, here’s a look at TWO managers that Aston Villa could appoint in the summer…
Mick McCarthy
Mick McCarthy has established himself as one of the most successful managers to have ever managed in the Championship, but will be out of job at the end of the season as he’s leaving his role at current club Ipswich Town.
Indeed, the 59-year-old can guarantee success with whatever squad you put in front of him and knows how to get the best out of his players, which is something that Villa could definitely benefit from at this moment in time.
Therefore, Villa should look to hire the experienced Mick McCarthy at the end of the season, as he’ll give them the best opportunity of securing promotion if they fail to do so this time around.
Alex Neil
Alex Neil has established himself as one of the rising stars in the managerial scene, as he continues to work wonders at current club Preston North End with the play-offs in sight.
Indeed, Villa Park would be the perfect destination for Alex Neil after impressing at Deepdale, as it would give him a great chance of taking his skill set to the Premier League.
Therefore, Villa should look to bring Neil to the club in the summer transfer window, having witnessed his incredible managerial progress over the past couple of seasons.
