Walsall caretakers the 'three wise men'

And caretaker manager Neil Cutler believes himself, John Ward and Jon Whitney have what it takes to ensure Walsall remain in the promotion hunt.

The Saddlers continue their League One adventure when they take on Fleetwood tomorrow.

But while they travel to the Highbury Stadium without a permanent manager, Cutler insists the team are in safe hands.

The goalkeeping coach said: "We've got a really good set-up between the three of us.

"The experience John Ward brings is a massive help, and the drive and enthusiasm of Jon Whitney is massive.

"He's a really intelligent guy and not just a physio – he's the one who's driven the philosophy over the last few years and developed the way we work on a daily basis.

"He's helped the lads in terms of fast training and the way they are physically and mentally.

"It's not just luck that we're one of the fittest teams in the league and that our reactions to losing possession are the best in the league.

"I bring something different to the table and we all bring something else. It's working really well so far."

The Saddlers remain unbeaten under their caretaker trio, having beaten rivals Shrewsbury in the league following Dean Smith's departure and drawn with Chesterfield in the FA Cup second round.

Cutler admits he is now looking forward to locking horns with Fleetwood and their manager Steven Pressley.

He said: "Me and Jon Whitney went up to watch them on Tuesday night which gave us a good idea of how they set up.

"They're a good team, their manager has got them well organised and they've got some good players. It'll be a tough task but we'll be well organised and I think we'll be fine.

"The lads have been outstanding, they've bought into what we're doing and have just got on with it so we're confident of going there and getting a result."