Ex-Celtic defender joins Neil Lennon in Aberdeen running

Former Celtic defender Gary Caldwell has reportedly emerged alongside Neil Lennon as a candidate to become the next Aberdeen manager. The Pittodrie club is searching for a replacement for Stephen Robinson, who was sacked following a 4-0 home defeat against Hibernian. Aberdeen currently sits in eleventh place in the Scottish Premiership, with club chiefs aiming to make an appointment by the conclusion of the international break.

According to talkSPORT's Alex Crook, Caldwell is admired by Aberdeen and is on their shortlist while currently managing Wigan Athletic. Former Celtic manager Lennon, currently in charge of Dunfermline Athletic, is also among the leading contenders alongside former Celtic captain Scott Brown.