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Central Coast Mariners coach: Five potential manager candidates

In the wake of Paul Okon's shock departure from the Central Coast, the Mariners are in desperate need of a coach that can turn the club around.

After securing their first championship under Graham Arnold in 2013, Central Coast haven't made finals in what will now be four straight seasons.

Despite these struggles, there will be plenty of interest in taking charge of the club and we take a look at the strongest candidates.

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