Bates has admitted he is happy with Blackwell however and said: "I believe Dennis, of whom I’m very fond, will one day become a top manager. But I already have in place a manager in Kevin Blackwell who is doing a fantastic job.
"Since I came on board, he’s presided over four victories and long may that continue. What Kevin has achieved is nothing short of remarkable. Change the manager? No chance. It won’t happen."