New odds on next Man United manager revealed as two men go head-to-head to replace Erik ten Hag
Following Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with FC Twente in the Europa League, pressure on current manager Erik ten Hag has significantly increased, prompting bookmakers to update the odds for his potential successors. Despite securing a new contract after leading United to an FA Cup victory, Ten Hag’s inconsistent start to the season has raised concerns among both fans and analysts. United’s performance in the Premier League has been below expectations, with only seven points accumulated from five games. The underwhelming draw against Twente in Europe has only added to the frustration.
Midfielder Christian Eriksen’s post-match comment that Twente “wanted it more” than United was particularly damning, reflecting a sentiment shared by many fans who feel that the squad lacks the necessary drive and motivation under Ten Hag’s leadership. While Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the club’s minority owner, has not made any official statement regarding Ten Hag’s future, rumors and speculation have continued to circulate. Many wonder if a change in management is looming, with numerous names already being floated as potential replacements.
According to leading bookmakers, several high-profile figures are being tipped as candidates to take over if Ten Hag’s tenure comes to an end. Former England manager Gareth Southgate and Manchester United coach Ruud van Nistelrooy are currently seen as the front-runners, both receiving odds of 4/1. These two candidates are closely followed by other notable names in football management, such as former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel, who is currently unemployed and listed with odds of 9/1.
Beyond these top contenders, other managers are also being linked to the role. Kieran McKenna, the current manager of Ipswich Town and a former United coach, has odds of 12/1. Roberto De Zerbi, who manages Marseille, is further down the list at 20/1. Other longshot candidates include Graham Potter and Brentford’s Thomas Frank, both at 25/1. Meanwhile, former Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane, who has been out of the management spotlight since 2021, is seen as a dark horse with odds of 33/1, the same as Mauricio Pochettino, now based in the United States, and Ruben Amorim, the Sporting Lisbon manager.
Here’s a detailed look at the current odds for potential replacements should Ten Hag be dismissed:
Gareth Southgate (Unemployed) – 4/1
Ruud van Nistelrooy (Manchester United) – 4/1
Thomas Tuchel (Unemployed) – 9/1
Kieran McKenna (Ipswich Town) – 12/1
Roberto De Zerbi (Marseille) – 20/1
Graham Potter (Unemployed) – 25/1
Thomas Frank (Brentford) – 25/1
Mauricio Pochettino (United States) – 33/1
Ruben Amorim (Sporting Lisbon) – 33/1
Zinedine Zidane (Unemployed) – 33/1
The speculation surrounding these potential candidates highlights the increasing pressure Ten Hag is under. Fans, pundits, and bookmakers are all closely watching his next moves as United’s lackluster start to the season continues. Many are questioning whether the current manager can turn things around or if the club will need to seek new leadership in the near future. As the team faces growing scrutiny, the speculation around Ten Hag’s future intensifies, and the odds reflect a sense that change might be inevitable if results do not improve soon.
