The Northern Irishman was dismissed from his post at Pittodrie yesterday following a torrid start to the season, which ended with a 4-0 home thumping at the hands of Premiership rivals Hibs.

It left Aberdeen 11th in the table, two points above bottom side Kilmarnock, and facing the very real possibiity of a relegation scrap.

Chairman Dave Cormack will now lead the hunt for a new manager.

Talksport's Alex Crook is reporting that Caldwell, currently in charge at Wigan Athletic, has been admired in the Granite City for a long time and will be under consideration.

Writing on social media, he said: "Gary Caldwell understood to be a name on Aberdeen's shortlist for their next manager. Been admired by the club for a little while."

The 44-year-old started his managerial career at the Latics, where he had served for several years as a player, leading them to the League One title and promotion back to the Championship.

He went on to have spells at Chesterfield, Partick Thistle and Exeter City, leaving the latter in Ferbruary this year to return to Wigan.

Gary Caldwell understood to be a name on Aberdeen's shortlist for their next manager. Been admired by the club for a little while.

— Alex Crook ⚽️🎙 (@alex_crook) November 9, 2026