Robbie Savage has told talkSPORT that he will never be a Premier League manager despite his instant success at Forest Green Rovers.

The 51-year-old only took over the National League side in July but is just two points adrift of leaders Rochdale in their promotion push.

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Savage has made a highly impressive start to life in the dugoutCredit: Getty

It is just the second managerial job of Savage's career, having begun his belated management career in 2023.

He previously managed non-league side Macclesfield FC - initially as caretaker boss - and oversaw three promotions in four seasons.

Last year, the Silkmen ended their most recent promotion-winning campaign on 109 points, 26 points clear of their nearest challengers in the Northern Premier League.

Savage has since made a seamless step up the divisions to take charge of Rovers, who had finished third in the National League.

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The former Wales midfielder masterminded a major rebuild over the summer, with 18 new players arriving at the New Lawn Stadium.

Despite the upheaval, Rovers didn't lose a single game until their 14th of the season - a 1-0 defeat to National League leaders Rochdale, and the club remain only two points from top...