Cooper, Ramsay, Edwards & Wagner - Swansea fans give their views on next boss

Alan Sheehan will be in the Swansea City dug out against Blackburn as the club begins life without Luke Williams.

And there is every chance he will be in caretaker charge for a while yet as the Swans ponder their options as who could come in as the permanent successor to Williams, who left his role at the start of the week.

But with former Swan Leon Britton calling for experience, and ex-Wales striker Iwan Roberts picking out recent Luton Town boss Rob Edwards and former Hull City manager Liam Rosenior as among those that should be considered, we asked for the views of Swansea fans.

And many are backing Andy Robinson's call for the return of Steve Cooper, while current Minnesota boss - and former Wales assistant and Swans academy coach - Eric Ramsay is also among those mentioned by supporters.

You can continue to have your say here, but here is a selection of the views so far.

Paul: If the board has any ambition it should back the next manager, something that hasn't happened in the past. So if you have ambition get Steve Cooper back, and then look at promotion for next season.

Dan: Liam Rosenior... If he's available and willing, he must be seriously considered. I think Hull were bonkers to get rid of him!

Tom: Des Buckingham deserves a closer look for Swansea. Proven at lower levels, he builds competitive squads and wins. Oxford sacking him was rightly seen as harsh and his teams played well overall. We should above all avoid ex-player names like Gerrard/Rooney – Swansea needs genuine managerial skill, not past glories, especially if we end up playing in League One.

Geoff: I'd be on the phone to Alan Tate if I was the Swansea City chairman. He'd know of a few fringe players from Leicester and Forest, and proved from his time with the Swans that he has a lot of character and determination. Plus he loves the side and knows the area.

Joe: I would like Jesse Marsch to be the new Swansea City boss.

David: Eric Ramsay is the standout candidate. Articulate, intelligent, with a strong background with Chelsea and Man United and now Minnesota. This would be an appointment in the Roberto Martinez mould. Rob Edwards is completely unsuitable, given the long ball attributes of his sides.

Rob: The whole management structure is a complete mess and as things stand there's a real danger of us getting relegated. Luke Williams was a poor appointment in the first place and hardly brought a great track record with him - previous Notts County success was not exactly a glowing reference. Get someone in with proper experience before it's too late.

Chewy: Swans have done the 'young, talented manager' thing a few times now, with varying results. The main downside was their lack of experience of having a plan 'B'. That's why I feel it is time to get an experienced manager in, to steady the ship - someone like (but not necessarily) Tony Pulis.

Pete: I too would like to see Steve Cooper return but I don't think it's at all likely. Although Russell Martin did well elsewhere, I don't think he was a good fit at Swansea. It will probably be someone from a lower league again. Whoever it is will have a job on their hands with the squad we've got.

Jacob: I think it's a bit unfair on Williams to be sacked, as before January the team was on a potential play off push. To sell Grimes and only bring in a couple of loans has just set the rest of the season up for failure. Personally I would let Sheehan have it until the summer then go from there.

Phil: As a lifelong fan, Swans must opt for the right level of experience, a manager who will man manage, instil the attractive football we are known for, more importantly attract the right talent. You can't look to lower leagues. The likes of Martin, Cooper & Giggs all have the qualities, but equip them with decision making and finances to make change

Gareth: It is a balancing act, we need a proven manager at this level to keep Swansea in the Championship this season, but with a dynamic and exciting style of play who can redefine the 'Swansea way' and produce a team that is exciting to watch. Last few years have been painful at times with possession the focus ahead of exciting play.

Mark: I think Swansea are in the worst position they've ever been in. Their owner seems to not have any ambition and they just had a disastrous transfer window and lost their captain to a rival club. I have never seen them play so poorly in my lifetime either. The worst part is that whomever takes over as manager gets a bare thin squad.

Wayne: To be honest it's all a bit of a mess. To appoint Notts County's Director of Football, who worked closely with Luke Williams whilst he was manager there, and then sack Williams, just doesn't make sense - to me at least. Chris Coleman anyone? He's a Jack and maybe he can get the good times to roll again, circa Euros 2016, but this time at helm of The Swans.

Brian: I think Luke Williams has been hard done by, that's my opinion. Why are the club not getting the players in to fight for promotion. We play good football but we need an out and out striker. To be honest I can't see what the ex-Oxford manager Des Buckingham will bring to the Swans. Look at Coventry great signing bringing Lampard in.

Oli: Rob Edwards or Des Buckingham for me. Manager should be domestic but if we look abroad I would go David Wagner.

Huw: Realistically it's going to be Sheehan until the end of the season. It doesn't matter who comes in beyond that unless he is adequately supported by the board unfortunately.

Gareth: Eric Ramsay.

Phil: My personal choice I'd love to see Sean Dyche but I doubt that will happen.

Rory: We need some stability in the closing fixtures to avoid a relegation scrap. We should be looking for a level head with experience in the Championship, not prioritising philosophy. If we're not careful, the 'Swansea way' is going to become consistent underperformance.

Joe: Would love to have Russell Martin back, he left just as things seemed to be coming together with a strong end to that season. Ultimately though we need decent investment in the team if we're going to have any long term success.

Abertyfach: Rob Edwards or Steve Cooper.