Powell linked to Mariners

Powell linked with vacant Grimsby post

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Powell linked to Mariners

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England women's coach Hope Powell is being linked with the vacant Grimsby Town post.

The Mariners sacked Mike Newell on Monday and if they did move for Powell, the 42-year-old would become the first-ever female manager of a Football League club.

While speculation in the past has suggested she could be interested in taking over a club, the Football Association, Powell's employers, have denied knowledge of the story.

But League Managers' Association chief executive Richard Bevan told Sky Sports News: "Why shouldn't she (make the step into the men's game)?

"Hope has done a fantastic job with England, but I'm not sure the FA would want to let her go."

Powell is well-regarded after guiding the England women's team to the final of the European Championship this summer.