The Southend gaffer , who made over 250 appearances for the Trotters , led the Shrimpers through to the League Two play - offs last season .
Shrimpers are currently fourth in the current campaign .
The Southend gaffer , who made over 250 appearances for the Trotters , led the Shrimpers through to the League Two play - offs last season , while they are currently fourth in the current campaign .