Evans tipped for Owls job

Rotherham United are understood to have been approached by the Owls with a view to entering into discussions with Evans, this morning rated at 1/2 by the bookies.

Hillsborough chairman Milan Mandaric says he wants "a winner" to replace Jones, axed on Sunday after Wednesday slipped six points from safety in the Championship following a 2-0 defeat at Blackpool.

Evans' departure - and it's by no means certain that he will accept any offer - will be a hammer blow to Tony Stewart and the Millers, currently sixth in League One after the weekend's 4-1 romp against Gillingham.

Stewart not only faces the prospect of losing his manager but also his key players.

No-one at the New York Stadium was available for comment.