For all the latest news from in and around Bolton, sign up for the free MyBolton newsletter Former Bolton Wanderers manager Keith Hill has been installed by the bookmakers as the early favourite for the Rochdale job.
The Dale are seeking a new boss in the dugout at Spotland after the departure of Brian Barry-Murphy following the club's relegation to League Two.
The Irishman requested to leave Rochdale and it was granted, bringing to an end his association with the club which goes back 11 years as a player, coach and manager.
A club statement read: "The Board of Directors have reluctantly agreed, after careful consideration, to release Brian Barry-Murphy from his contract at his personal request, having been approached by the manager’s
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