Former Football League chairman Greg Clarke has been nominated as the new chairman of the Football Association.

Clarke stepped down from his previous post this summer, and now appears to be the frontrunner to replace Greg Dyke as the top man in English football having been unanimously approved by the FA board.

The FA council will now be asked to endorse the appointment at a special meeting to be held on August 24.

"The board was in full agreement that Greg was the right appointment to become the new chairman of the FA, particularly with respect to his successful tenure as chairman of the Football League. He has the relevant experience and strong credentials to help the organisation and can play a key role in bringing all parts of the English game closer together," read a statement from independent director Roger Devlin.

"I am sure Greg will rise to the challenge and make a positive impact at all levels of the game, including the significant investment being made in the grassroots, the work being done across the elite England teams and the day to day operations at our St George's Park and Wembley homes."

Clarke added: "It is an honour for me to be put forward as the next chairman of The FA and I am very grateful for the board's support. This is a very important moment for English football and I hope to play my part in building on the progress seen in many key areas in recent times.

"I know all about the challenges we face and I am confident we are on a sound footing. I have a strong sense of purpose about what needs to happen next. Whether supporting the England teams or promoting the grassroots game, I know there are great people at the FA who are working diligently and professionally.

"Subject to ratification, I hope I can bring my experience to bear on our wider work and I am particularly looking forward to working alongside Martin Glenn and his management team in the coming months and years."

David Gill will serve as acting chairman until the council next meet on August 24.