St Pats await feedback from Stephen Kenny about succeeding sacked FAI Cup winning boss Jon Daly

Saints owner Garrett Kelleher is on the hunt for his fourth boss in 30 months after sacking Daly of his duties in the aftermath of his seventh defeat of the 15 league games, Monday’s 1-0 reverse at Sligo Rovers.

WANTED MAN: Former Dundalk and Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny in attendance at the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Dundalk and St Patrick's Athletic at Oriel Park in Dundalk, Louth. Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

St Patrick’s Athletic will persist with their pursuit of number one target Stephen Kenny beyond Friday’s derby against Shamrock Rovers after opening negotiations with the former Ireland boss to fill their managerial vacancy.

Saints owner Garrett Kelleher is on the hunt for his fourth boss in 30 months after sacking Jon Daly of his duties in the aftermath of his seventh defeat of the 15 league games, Monday’s 1-0 reverse at Sligo Rovers.