Having brought in former manager Derek Adams as director of football last month, many felt it was a sign that he could take over should Cleverley go.
But Hallett, who has been Argyle’s majority owner since 2019 and is still looking for new investment, says Adam’s has been impressed with Cleverley.
“Derek has been clear, from his first days back, that Tom is strong on the training ground, clear in his coaching, and well regarded by players and staff,” he added.
“There were also questions about tactics and in-game management.
“We review those areas continually with Tom and his staff, and Derek’s arrival gives us another experienced voice in that process.
“He has seen in Tom someone who can succeed both tactically and culturally
“Changing head coach again would bring its own disruption and cost. It is not something we rule out in all circumstances.
“If we believed that making a change now would improve our chances of avoiding relegation, we would act.
“Right now we believe the best route is to keep Tom in post, to strengthen the squad and the staff structure around him, and to correct the weaknesses in recruitment processes that led us to this position.”
