Gordon Strachan is a Leeds United legend, so perhaps the Whites should look at making a move as they look to start a new chapter.
The Yorkshire Evening Post suggested that Leeds have activated the release clause in Heckingbottom’s deal, and they will be hoping that they can agree terms with the Barnsley boss about a move to Elland Road.
Given Heckingbottom’s current allegiances and the 40-year-old’s lack of experience as a first-team boss before he got the role at Oakwell in 2016, perhaps Leeds should consider pairing him with a man who knows the Whites incredibly well and is currently looking for his next job in football.
Gordon Strachan has been listed with the bookmakers amongst the main contenders for the post ever since Thomas Christiansen’s departure was announced, and there would no doubt be a section of the fanbase that would love to see the Scotsman return 26 years after he captained the club to the First Division title.
Strachan’s varied record as a manager may have put many of the idea of the 60-year-old succeeding Christiansen, but perhaps looking to give him a role as Heckingbottom’s assistant or as some kind of advisor may be an extremely wise move given his experience and the relationship he has with the club.
Heckingbottom is a brilliant coach and should be a name that is suggested when any Championship side is looking to make an appointment, but having Strachan to work with may help him adapt to his new surroundings, if he ultimately takes the job, and ensure that he capitalises on his current potential as a manager.
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