The chairman of Clare GAA has confirmed both senior managers will make their intentions for the coming year known to him by the end of this week.
Joe Cooney said he has been in contact with Davy Fitzgerald and Colm Collins and is now awaiting their response.
Last nights September meeting of Clare GAA also heard calls for all 2016 management teams to compile reports on their season which will be presented to a special meeting of the board in two weeks time.
Mr Cooney says he expects a further update from both managers in the coming days.