Tim Cahill is among the names being considered by Millwall to replace Neil Harris as the club's manager, according to The Telegraph.

Harris ended his four-year stint at the helm when he stepped down from his position on Thursday evening following Millwall's disappointing start to the season which had seen them sit 18th in the Championship table after 10 games.

The 42-year-old made the decision in the aftermath of his side's 1-1 draw with Luton Town on Wednesday night which was the Lions' seventh game without a win, but the South London outfit went on to beat Leeds on the weekend following Harris' departure.

It has now emerged that Millwall legend Cahill is in contention for The Den hot seat with the former Australia international keen to get into coaching, having started work on his UEFA A coaching badge.

Cahill enjoyed two separate stints with Millwall as a player, but could he now be set for his third return to The Den?

We take a closer look at the situation in today's FLW Six Pointer...

Firstly, what is needed from the new Millwall manager following Harris' exit?

"The Lions need to bring someone in who can add more structure and organisation to the current side, as there is definitely no shortage of quality within the club's playing ranks at present.

"The new main man must arrive with fresh ideas to stabilise the club following an underwhelming start to the season. They may have secured a victory over Leeds on the weekend, but this should not mask the problems that still exist within the side.

"Millwall must target a coach with Championship experience who is capable of executing a quick fix on the side, while also laying the foundations for future success at the club."

Why is Cahill being linked with the role?

"The Australian made his name at the club. He sealed a move to Millwall in 1998 and went on to score 57 goals in 250 appearances for the club before he moved to Everton in 2004.

"Cahill's developed an evident affinity with the club during his six years there and this led to him returning to The Den during the 2017/18 season, which shows how strong the connection is between Cahill and the club.

"It now seems to be another natural crossing of paths with Harris departing Millwall and Cahill aiming to get into coaching, so it is no surprise to see him linked with the post at The Den."

Would the Australian be keen on talking to Millwall regarding the position?

"It would appear so. He did not shy away from a return to Millwall during his playing career, so he would surely take an interest in the manager's job if he is approached by the club.

"There would be few better clubs for him to start his coaching career given his familiarity with the club, as this factor should enable him to settle in quickly to his new surroundings.

"However, Cahill will certainly have the best interests of the club at heart when deciding whether to take the job, so he may eventually decide the job has come too soon."

Does Cahill have enough experience to take on a job of this size?

"This is the one issue which could prevent Cahill from taking over at the club. Millwall are in a somewhat precarious situation at present and they need a manager who can organise the side immediately rather than work towards a long-term project.

"He has a wealth of playing experience in both England and abroad as the later stages of his career saw him play in the USA, China, Australia and India. However, it remains to be seen whether this cultured playing career would equate to a successful career in club management.

"Having said this, Millwall probably wouldn't have much issue with appointing an inexperienced Cahill at the right moment but this should be during the off-season rather than during a campaign."

Would it be a popular appointment among Millwall fans?

"There can be little doubt that Millwall fans would get entirely behind Cahill if he landed the job, but it seems likely that many of them would rather this appointment happen at a later time.

"Most Lions fans would realise the risk attached to such an appointment at a crucial time for the club, and a more seasoned manager such as Chris Hughton or Gary Rowett would surely be considered a more appropriate fit for the club in its current position.

"Cahill is a popular figure among the fan base which is why the club hierarchy might be tempted by Cahill, but it would perhaps make more sense to appoint him to the backroom staff rather than being made the main man."

Finally, can you see this appointment materialising?

"It does make sense on some levels, but I don't think Millwall will go through with it.

"The fact Harris did such a good job at the club for so many years reveals the benefits to appointing a club legend as manager, but the circumstances are different as Harris had been among the staff for some time already.

"I can see this being an avenue that Millwall will not be afraid to explore, but I don't feel like it's the right moment for Cahill and Millwall to cross paths again just yet."

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