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Front-runner for next Manchester United manager unveiled after Ruben Amorims sudden dismissal

Eurofootball05 Jan 2026 18:42 GMT+7

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Front-runner for next Manchester United manager unveiled after Ruben Amorims sudden dismissal

The front-runner for Manchester United's next manager has been unveiled following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim.

On 5 Jan 2025 GMT+7, Manchester United, currently 6th in the 2025/26 Premier League after 20 games, dismissed Ruben Amorim from his managerial position due to disappointing recent results and heavy criticism from fans who favor a three-defender system.

Recently, Betfair, a legal bookmaker in England, released odds for Manchester United's next manager after this season ends, naming Oliver Glasner, Crystal Palace's manager, as the top favorite, with Gareth Southgate, former England national team manager and currently unemployed, as second favorite.

Odds for the next Manchester United manager

Favorite 1: Oliver Glasner

Favorite 2: Gareth Southgate

Favorite 3: Mauricio Pochettino

Favorite 4: Unai Emery

Favorite 5: Xavi Hernandez

Favorite 6: Andoni Iraola