Paulo Short-Listed

The Swans boss guided the side to an unbeaten five game spell during last month with wins against QPR, West Brom and Scunthorpe and draws against Ipswich Town and Blackpool.

Also nominated for the award are Billy Davies (Nott'm Forest), Dave Jones (Cardiff) and Nigel Pearson (Leicester).

The winner of the award will be announced on Saturday, 7th November on Sky Sports' Soccer Saturday show.