So, this might not be the best time for his former club, Bristol City, the ones he guided to the play-offs last season, to come rolling into view. The Robins were enjoying life under new boss Gerhard Struber but a four-match winless run has somewhat put the brakes on. Manning can expect a hot reception from the travelling fans, having ditched them in the summer and, with home support already wavering, friends may be hard to find if there's another defeat.