Mike Ford was overrrated as a player, and he's been out of the game a long time anyway (I know the first bit's irrelevant but I don't care

). Kear would be a step backwards.



I guess the main issue would be just how 'real' the rest of the job is beyond coaching the England team. If it's a nothing job with no clout then you could appoint almost anyone.



Given the lack of outstanding candidates I'd be tempted to go for Hanley, just because he's high profile and would at least make life interesting.