STOCKPORT’S prospective new owners should stick with manager Gary Ablett.

That’s the view of experienced ex-Oldham and Ipswich boss Joe Royle, who has backed the ex-Liverpool and Everton player ahead of tomorrow’s showdown with Town.

There are suggestions the 2015 Consortium will try to bring back Jim Gannon if their bid succeeds.

But Royle was impressed with Ablett when he saw his side fight out a goalless draw with Town at the Galpharm earlier this season.

“It’s very hard managing a club in administration so Gary will be all the better for the experience,” said Royle.