WORCESTER-born midfielder Danny Jackman has revealed his desire to “one day” manage his hometown club.

But Worcester City’s club captain insists it is “up to the board” to decide whether “now” is the right time for him to take over the reins.

Following the resignation of Carl Heeley, Jackman stepped in to assist stand-in boss John Snape and was in the dugout for City’s 1-1 National League North draw against Tamworth last Saturday.

The 34-year-old said he had “not got involved” in the Victoria Ground tenants’ search for a new manager but had considered the prospect of taking charge of the club so close to his heart.

His late grandfather Bill Jackman made 121 appearances between 1947 and 1953 before going on to become part of the backroom team.

“I have played for the team and luckily been captain as well so it is always something you think about and you never know what is around the corner,” Jackman said.

“One day I would like to but we will have to wait and see.”

The former Aston Villa trainee has played in the Football League for Stockport County, Gillingham and Northampton Town.

After a spell at Kidderminster Harriers, Jackman joined City in 2014 before helping them reach the FA Cup second round.

He has made almost 100 appearances in two-and-a-half seasons and was named captain following the exit of Ellis Deeney in January 2016.

As well as having plenty of experience on the pitch he runs his own coaching business KickStart Footy for youngsters and does classes at Villa.

Snape, who was Heeley’s number two, has ruled himself out of going for the City manager’s job and Jackman refused to allow discussions over the vacancy to divert his attentions away from the team.

City are in 18th position, three points above the relegation zone and on a run of 11 matches without a league win.

“I have not got involved as I am just trying to concentrate on what the team are doing,” Jackman said. “I am getting the lads organised.

“Yes, it would be great to manage the club but whether that’s now or whenever that’s up to the board. It’s not my decision.”