Chelsea legend Frank Lampard is locked in talks with Ipswich Town about the manager's job.
The Mirror says Lampard has been interviewed twice by the Championship club's owner Marcus Evans, and is keen to succeed Mick McCarthy.
Lampard, who also played in midfield for West Ham, Manchester City and England, had his second interview last weekend.
After impressing, the 39-year-old is now rivalling the favourite for the role, St Mirren boss Jack Ross.
The Tractor Boys finished 12th this season — their SIXTEENTH successive campaign in the second tier.