Here’s who Sky Bet believe are the lead candidates for the role….
5. Nigel Pearson
Odds: 14/1. Another former Owls player, Pearson has been without a club since leaving Belgian side OH Leuven last February. Photo: Nathan Stirk
6. Giovanni van Bronckhorst
Odds: 12/1. He left Dutch giants Feyenoord at the end of last season, and could be set to manage in England for the first time. Photo: NIELS WENSTEDT
7. Gianfranco Zola
Odds: 12/1. The Chelsea icon has struggled in management roles in the past, but he's the bookies' favourite to get the job. For now... Photo: Harriet Lander
8. Chris Hughton
Odds: 12/1. Released by Brighton at the end of last season, he's on of the fans' favourite to take the reins at Hillsborough. Photo: Mike Hewitt