Scunthorpe United manager Andy Butler is reportedly in the running to replace Jimmy McNulty as Rochdale manager ahead of the 2026-27 League Two campaign. Butler has been in charge of Scunthorpe United for two successful years since his appointment in May 2024. In his first season with the Iron, the 42-year-old led them to second in the National League North. Despite missing out on the title and automatic promotion, Butler led Scunthorpe to promotion through the play-offs. This would be a significant move for Rochdale, who are currently undergoing a rebuild ahead of their first EFL campaign since the 2022-23 season. The club secured promotion from the National League after victory in the play-off final against Boreham Wood, but their manager, Jimmy McNulty, has joined Stockport County as their new manager. This article will look at five options that Rochdale could turn to as their new manager ahead of the 2026-27 League Two campaign. One name being mentioned as a potential successor is Karl Robinson. The 45-year-old was sacked from his role at Salford City after defeat in the League Two play-off final against Notts County. Robinson has had a successful managerial career to date, having managed Milton Keynes Dons, Charlton Athletic, and Oxford United. He won promotion from League One with the Dons in 2015 and reached the play-offs with Oxford and Salford. Last season, he guided Salford to fourth place, missing out on automatic promotion by one point. The Ammies gained 1.76 points per game and won 25 matches, more than any side in the division. Appointing Robinson may lead to a different style of play than what Dale fans were used to under McNulty. Despite this, the former Salford manager has a track record of success and may provide Rochdale with a platform to kick on in League Two.