Barnsley manager Keith Hill has been linked with the Blackburn job following the resignation of their manager Steve Kean.
It is understood at Hill is on a three man shortlist that includes former Blackburn legends Alan Shearer and Tim Sherwood.
Hill, who made 96 appearances for Blackburn in the 1990`s, will be approached if main targets Shearer and Sherwood turn down the opportunity.
Don Rowing confirmed that the reds had received no approach for Hill at this time.