WATCH: Matt Maher's 60-second Walsall update - October 7

Sports reporter Matthew Maher discusses events on the day Walsall turned down an approach from Rotherham for manager Dean Smith.

The Saddlers boss is on the Millers shortlist to replace Steve Evans, who parted company with the club last week.

In a statement, the Saddlers have confirmed a request from a Championship club to speak to Smith was "categorically rejected."

Though the club is not named, it is understood to be the Millers. Smith has been in charge at the Banks's Stadium since January 2011.

After leading the club to a first-ever Wembley appearance last season, a strong start to the current campaign sees them sit second in League One.

Rotherham, promoted from League One in 2014, are currently 21st in the Championship.