Supporters don't always get their wish but they shouldn't be stopped from dreaming. Some will go as far to explain what kind of style to expect and the signings they could make.
One name that was being spoken about even before Lowe's departure was David Moyes. The 61-year-old began his managerial career at Deepdale in 1992, and departed in 2002 to take on the job at Everton.
He won promotion with PNE, and had them competing in the play-off final against Bolton Wanderers, putting them within 90 minutes of the Premier League. Moyes has been without a club since leaving West Ham, and what better way to get back in to things than with a supporter base that would fully appreciate you.
If you're a romanticist, Moyes is definitely up there, and he isn't the only person with an association with the club that is popular amongst the supporters. Paul Gallagher is another name that has been discussed, and he's currently out of work after leaving Stoke City.
The 39-year-old had a brief stint in charge of the Potters last season before Steven Schumacher took over, and had also worked under both Frankie McAvoy and Ryan Lowe before at PNE. He's experienced life in the home dugout before albeit as an assistant manager, but is he ready for the main job?
Media reports and betting markets have supporters assessing other contenders, and this week both John Eustace and Scott Lindsey addressed the rumours linking them with the post. Supporters have looked around the Championship, League One and even at managers out of work, and have had their say on who they think should be considered for the job.
The Evening Post have asked you the supporters on Facebook and Twitter who you think should take the reins. Here we look at the nine best suggestions and assess their chances.
5. Dave Challinor
Hasn't been linked to the job by anyone in the media, but he's done some brilliant work with Stockport County. He's taken them from the National League to League One, winning two league titles along the way. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images
6. Alex Neil (Unemployed)
The LEP understands Neil is interested in a return. He's been out of work since being sacked by Stoke City. He's the manager that has got the Lilywhites the closest to the play-offs in recent years. | Getty Images
7. Mark Robins (Coventry City)
The longest serving manager in the Championship. He got the Sky Blues to within 90 minutes of the Premier League, and a penalty shootout away from an FA Cup final. Unlikely to leave the Sky Blues given the backing he's had in recent years. | Getty Images
8. Billy Davies (Unemployed)
Hasn't been in management for a decade after two spells at Nottingham Forest. Under Davies, North End were just 90 minutes away from the Premier League. He left to go to Derby County and got the Rams promoted. | Getty Images