Hull City goalkeeper Steve Harper is being linked with the job at Carlisle United.
The Cumbrians sacked manager Graham Kavanagh today.
The Daily Mail says Harper already has his UEFA A coaching licence and is keen to embark on a career in the dugout.
Tigers boss Steve Bruce is aware of Harper's ambition but the former Newcastle United stopper still has nine months to run on his contract at the KC Stadium.
The 39-year-old made 199 appearances for the Magpies before joining Hull last summer.
