Holloway quits Plymouth

Ian Holloway is all set to become Leicester's new manager after resigning as Plymouth boss.

Holloway has been hotly tipped to take over at the Walkers Stadium following Gary Megson's recent move to Bolton.

Former QPR boss Holloway joined Plymouth in the summer of 2006 and has helped guide the club to seventhth in the Championship this term.

"Plymouth Argyle confirm that Ian Holloway has tendered his resignation as manager of the club," read a statement on the club website.

"The club has convened a board meeting for Friday this week where this will be considered.

"In the meantime, Ian continues to be employed by the club and subject to the terms of his contract of employment.

"No further comment will be made pending the board meeting this Friday."