Celtic in February, but even before before the boss walked away from the job speculation over the next manager was rife. Former players and pundits have made the case for a host of names, from sticking with a trusted former player to rebuilding the entire club.
It's a big call for Dermot Desmond and incoming chief Dominic McKay with Rangers proving to be so dominant in the Scottish Premiership this season.
And it's a decision that almost every pundit has had their say on, as they debate who should inherit the hotseat. takes a look at some big calls from some big names. "Of all the candidates that are there just now, Eddie Howe jumps out at me as the best for it."I think he is a really good coach.
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