Ex-Cardiff and Millwall boss Neil Harris ruled out of Portsmouth manager hunt

The former Millwall and Cardiff manager was approached by the Blues on Sunday to take over the reins for the remainder of the season.

However, Harris was not keen on a short-term arrangement and declined the opportunity.

It is understood the 43-year-old would have been willing to drop out of the Championship for the Pompey job had a longer contract been available.

Yet with the Blues favouring a temporary managerial appointment, Harris was not tempted.

That leaves Danny Cowley and Daniel Stendel among alternatives to replace Kenny Jackett until the end of the campaign.

Like Harris, both would prefer at least 18-month deals, yet still remain keen on taking charge at Fratton Park.

Pompey would prefer to reassess the managerial role in the summer.

That would also allow the incoming boss time to impress to also earn consideration for a longer-term stay.

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