Shaymen hoping to appoint next manager by the end of this week

The Courier understands nearly 60 applications, including from former Football League managers, have been submitted for the vacancy, which was created by Adam Lakeland's shock departure to Morecambe last week.

Town are delighted with the calibre of candidates and it is understood that a shortlist of fewer than five applicants will be interviewed this week.

It is believed the club is on track to appoint their new manager by the end of the week and Town say they will communicate the news as soon as they can.