Next Swansea Manager Odds: Hellberg And Rodgers Battling For Swans Post
Swansea City sacked manager Alan Sheehan after a grim run of results left the club sliding down the Championship table.
The decision came following a 4–1 home defeat to Ipswich, the fourth consecutive game lost, which left the Swans sitting 18th in the Championship.
In its statement, the club said "results and performances do not meet the standards expected at this stage of the season", bringing Sheehan’s six-month tenure to an end.
The owners thanked the Irishman for his work and confirmed that the search for a replacement had already begun.
Former manager Brendan Rodgers is high on the list of possible replacements, but it is a surprise name at the top of the market with betting sites.
Swedish Solution For Swans?
Kim Hellberg may not be an instantly recognisable name in English football, but the Swede has been catching the eye in his homeland.
The Hammarby head coach is still in the early stages of his managerial career, but his style of front-footed, possession-based football has caught the attention of clubs from around Europe.
The 37-year-old has impressed by leading Hammarby to second spot in the Allsvenskan and would certainly be a good fit with Swansea’s playing identity.
Reports earlier in 2025 suggested his club would resist losing him, but he is just 1/3 with some betting apps to replace Sheehan.
Next Swansea Manager Odds
Manager | Odds | Betting Site |
Kim Hellberg | 1/3 | |
Brendan Rodgers | 11/4 | |
Michael Carrick | 16/1 | |
Gary O'Neil | 18/1 | |
Russell Martin | 20/1 | |
Steven Gerrard | 20/1 | |
Liam Manning | 20/1 | |
Robbie Keane | 20/1 | |
Tony Mowbray | 22/1 | |
Will Still | 25/1 | |
Steven Schumacher | 25/1 |
Return For Rodgers?
Rodgers is on the market after resigning from Celtic last month, and was immediately put in the frame for multiple vacancies.
His track record in Scotland and winning silverware with Leicester show his undoubted quality, and he has a strong bond with the Swans having led them into the Premier League in 2011.
Whether his former club could tempt him may hinge on guaranteed long-term backing.
The Northern Irishman, also linked with becoming the next Leeds United manager, may prefer a higher profile job, but he is 11/4 second favourite with William Hill to return to Wales.
Carrick A Good Fit
Michael Carrick has been out of work since July, when Middlesbrough ended his tenure after an underwhelming follow-up to a promising start.
His coaching reputation remains intact, however, while his possession-based style, development of young players and a calm touchline manner would be a perfect fit for the Swans.
The former Manchester United player would represent a continuity pick for the club's board, and he is another talented coach thought to be in contention.
Despite ticking most of the boxes for Swansea, he is 16/1 to get the job.
One More Time For Martin?
A familiar name in Swansea, Martin’s philosophy matches that of what Swansea have wanted in the past.
Since leaving the Liberty Stadium, he has endured a turbulent time in his career.
Having been sacked by Southampton after a horrific season in the Premier League, he was appointed by Rangers in June 2025, only to be sacked in early October.
Even so, his historical link to Swansea, proven Championship success and stylistic alignment make him a 20/1 contender to return to the club.
Gerrard Heading To Wales?
He has already managed in Scotland and England, and now Steven Gerrard might be moving to Wales to take the job at Swansea.
The Liverpool legend has been linked with a number of managerial positions since leaving Al-Ettifaq in January.
Having had a hugely successful time at Rangers, his spell with Aston Villa ended in disappointment.
He is said to be eager to return to the game and is currently priced at 20/1 with football betting sites to do so at Swansea.
O'Neil And Keane Among Outsiders
Gary O’Neil has been out of work since being dismissed by Wolves in December 2024, and despite talks this month about a shock return to Molineux, he stepped away from negotiations.
The former Bournemouth manager is one of the favourites in the next Norwich manager odds, but is also priced at 18/1 to get the Swansea job.
Robbie Keane (20/1) is currently managing Ferencvaros in Hungary, and has had a successful managerial career to date, while Liam Manning, who was recently dismissed by Norwich, can be backed at the same price.
Veteran manager Tony Mowbray (22/1) has been between jobs since leaving West Brom in April, and he would be a safe pair of hands for the Swansea owners to turn to.
Elsewhere, Steven Schumacher, who is doing an impressive job at Bolton in League One, and former Southampton boss Will Still are both 25/1 outsiders.
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