Every Premier League manager and their Alan Partridge character alter ego
Attender of international boat shows, voracious consumer of boiled egg baguettes, wearer of tan string-back driving gloves: Alan Gordon Partridge is back on the BBC, after landing a second series of 'This Time With Alan Partridge'.
Over the years, we've seen Alan evolve (rather than revolve) quite magnificently, as Steve Coogan's genius creation continues to be expertly honed via TV shows, books, podcasts, and even a film.
Now, we've previously delved into the US version of 'The Office' to pair up its characters with Premier League managers - as one does - and the time has come to see how they fit into the world of Alan Partridge.
So, crack open a shop-soiled Chocolate Orange, stick on the 'Black Beauty' theme music, and enjoy our rundown of every Premier League manager's Alan Partridge character alter ego:
Now, we've previously delved into the US version of 'The Office' to pair up its characters with Premier League managers - as one does - and the time has come to see how they fit into the world of Alan Partridge.
17. Sean Dyche - Seldom the dog
A left field one here, but hear us out. Dogs are renowned for their loyalty, and Dyche has been faithful as they come with the Clarets, sticking with them through thick and thin since 2012. Burnley's chairman doesn't have to slide meat slices under the door to subdue a furious Sean all that often, though. Photo: MARTIN RICKETT
18. Scott Parker - Piet Morant
The director of Dante's Fires' attempts to get Alan to host his conference ended in disaster. Fulham's Scott Parker is facing a similar issue with his struggling squad, who are haplessly drifting towards relegation. Hopefully Alexander Mitrovic won't pierce his foot on a spike before the season ends. Parker's jacket is pure Partridge, mind! Photo: CLIVE BRUNSKILL
19. Jurgen Klopp - Jennie Gresham
You need some serious charisma and chutzpah to successfully co-host a prime-time chat show, and both the Liverpool manager and the TTWAP star boast these qualities in abundance. Also, when the mask slips, their fading smiles are absolutely terrifying. Photo: David Balogh
20. Carlo Ancelotti - Tony Hayers
Would Everton's Carlo Ancelotti give Alan a second series? No chance. An outrageously successful individual with no time for messing about, the three-time Champions League winner has impeccably high stands. Just don't and remove that TV aerial from the roof by yourself, Carlo... Photo: PETER POWELL