Chaos Rocks Stamford bridge as Chelsea owner Todd Boehly have appointed this world class manager as Mouricio Pochettino Replacement, Contract until 2025
After his sudden exit from Chelsea, Mauricio Pochettino has swiftly become the bookmakers’ top choice to manage Manchester United. His departure from Stamford Bridge was confirmed on Tuesday evening, ending his tenure after just one season by mutual consent.
Pochettino faced a formidable task at Chelsea, leading a young and inexperienced squad. Despite a challenging season, he seemed to be steering the team in the right direction, culminating in a five-game winning streak that secured a sixth-place finish in the Premier League. However, after discussions with the club’s management, Pochettino left and is now a strong contender for other major managerial roles, indicating his reputation remains intact.
At Manchester United, current manager Erik ten Hag’s position is precarious following a disappointing season. The Dutchman oversaw a campaign that saw the Red Devils finish eighth in the Premier League and exit the Champions League at the group stage. Despite the opportunity to end the season on a high note with the FA Cup final against Manchester City on Saturday, this may not be enough to secure his future at Old Trafford.
Pochettino is the leading candidate to replace Ten Hag, with Betfair listing him as a 2/1 favorite. However, he faces competition from several other notable figures in football management. Thomas Tuchel, available after leaving Bayern Munich, is second in line with odds of 5/1. Roberto De Zerbi, following his departure from Brighton, is also in the running with 11/2 odds.
Other potential candidates include Gareth Southgate (7/1), Graham Potter (8/1), and Kieran McKenna (10/1). Further down the list are Thomas Frank (12/1), Ruben Amorim (14/1), Zinedine Zidane (16/1), Ange Postecoglou (20/1), Hansi Flick (20/1), Gary O’Neil (25/1), Francesco Farioli (25/1), Luis Enrique (25/1), and Xavi Hernandez (25/1).
Pochettino’s prospects for the Manchester United job reflect his enduring appeal and the high regard in which he is held within the football community.
