PRELIMINARY talks have already taken place with prospective candidates for the managerial vacancy at Atherton Colls.

The club and previous incumbent Chris O'Brien parted company by mutual consent at the weekend.

A club spokesman said last night, "We are not ready as yet to make an announcement but things have moved at a rapid pace over the last 48 hours. The team for tonight's game against Fleetwood Freeport will be handled from within."