Speculation tonight suggests that West Ham have agreed terms with Cardiff City boss Dave Jones.
54-year-old Jones swiftly became favourite to succeed Avram Grant late this afternoon following a flurry of speculation though to have emanated from Cardiff.Whilst it is claimed that terms between the two parties have been agreed, it is not thought that Jones' appointment will naturally follow. Indeed, David Sullivan is understood to have informed a reporter tonight that a decision on Grant's successor is yet to be agreed.
With a list of ten names currently under consideration, according to a report by Harry Harris tonight, Jones is not considered to be a top target - as Sky Sports claimed earlier this evening.
This, combined with the rumours from Wales tonight suggests the club may be reaching agreements with a number of parties before naming their man - therefore avoiding the possibility of a deal breaking down at the contractual stage.
Martin O'Neill, the fans' favourite to become the 14th full time manager of West Ham United is understood to remain the board's candidate of choice.
Unlike several of his potential rivals, the former Aston Villa boss - who rejected West Ham's overtures just four months ago - is yet to comment publicly about the link.
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