Ex-Sunderland and Newcastle United midfielder Lee Clark linked with Partick Thistle job

Lee Clark has emerged as a surprise contender for Partick Thistle's vacant managerial positionLee Clark has emerged as a surprise contender for Partick Thistle's vacant managerial position
Lee Clark has emerged as a surprise contender for Partick Thistle's vacant managerial position
Former Sunderland and Newcastle United midfielder Lee Clark has held talks with Scottish Championship side Partick Thistle over their managerial position - according to reports.

The Daily Herald claim that Clark, who currently manages non-league outfit Blyth Spartans, would be ‘very interested’ in the role at the second tier outfit – who are seeking a replacement for former Newcastle United youngster Gary Caldwell.

According to the report, contact has been made with Clark over the role after he impressed in Scotland with Kilmarnock.