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Harper backs Phelan for permanent Hull role

Mike Phelan should be named Hull City manager after winning two games out of two in the Premier League, says Steve Harper.

Steve Harper has called on Hull City's owners to hand Mike Phelan the manager's job on a permanent basis after their unbeaten start to the Premier League season.

Phelan took temporary control at the KCOM Stadium after Steve Bruce resigned three weeks before the start of the campaign due to frustrations at the lack of transfer activity at the club.

A host of names were linked with the role, including Gianfranco Zola and Belgium boss Roberto Martinez, however an appointment was not forthcoming, leaving Phelan – Bruce's assistant – to start the season in charge.