Next West Ham Manager Odds: Southgate Favourite To Replace Potter
West Ham vice-chair Karren Brady has insisted the club “won’t panic” after a poor start to the Premier League season, backing Graham Potter to turn results around.
However, betting sites have been quick to install former England boss Gareth Southgate as favourite to be the next manager at the London Stadium.
The Hammers suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat to newly promoted Sunderland on the opening weekend, continuing a difficult run since Potter’s arrival in January.
The former Brighton and Chelsea boss has overseen 20 games in charge, winning five, drawing five, and losing 10 after replacing Julen Lopetegui midway through last season.
That record has frustrated supporters, with some voicing concerns that West Ham could slip into a relegation fight unless form improves quickly.
Despite the growing criticism, Brady made it clear the board stands behind the 50-year-old, telling TalkSport: “West Ham is not a club that panics about its managers. We tend to stick with them, support them and see things through.”
But if results don't start to improve, the pressure will continue to grow on Potter with football betting sites already offering odds on his possible replacement.
Southgate Biding His Time
Southgate remains patient as he considers his next move back into management.
His eight-year tenure with England ended after the Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain, closing a chapter in which he led the national side to two European Championship finals and a World Cup semi-final in 2018.
The ex-Middlesbrough manager announced last summer that he would step away from the touchline for a year, but speculation continues to grow about his future.
However, a potential return to club football seems increasingly likely.
Bookmakers list Southgate as the 6/5 favourite to take charge at the London Stadium if the board opts for a change.
Postecoglou Poised For Next Role
It wasn’t long ago that Brady hinted she wanted Ange Postecoglou to succeed David Moyes at the London Stadium.
In her column, she predicted Postecoglou would take the Premier League by storm, though he ultimately joined Tottenham while Moyes remained for another year.
The Australian is currently enjoying some time off after being dismissed by Spurs despite leading them to Europa League glory last season after beating Manchester United in the final.
But if he is still seeking a new role during the October or November international breaks, he could well receive a call.
This is often when struggling clubs move to dismiss underperforming managers, and Postecoglou is currently 2/1 to replace Potter at West Ham.
Next West Ham United Manager Odds
Manager | Odds | Probability |
Gareth Southgate | 6/5 | 45.5% |
Ange Postecoglou | 2/1 | 33.3% |
Steve Cooper | 3/1 | 25% |
Gary O'Neil | 4/1 | 20% |
Marco Rose | 5/1 | 16.7% |
Edin Terzic | 5/1 | 16.7% |
Sean Dyche | 6/1 | 14.3% |
Kasper Hjulmand | 8/1 | 11.1% |
Ralph Hasenhuttl | 10/1 | 9.1% |
Michael Carrick | 12/1 | 7.7% |
Cooper A Safe Pair Of Hands
Renowned for his tactical organisation and ability to nurture young talent, Steve Cooper won plaudits at Nottingham Forest by guiding them to Premier League promotion against the odds in 2022.
His spell at Leicester proved less successful, however, and he departed the King Power Stadium in November 2024 after just five months in charge.
Cooper’s composed leadership and track record of working effectively with limited resources fit well with West Ham’s pursuit of stability and long-term growth.
Priced at 3/1, bookmakers regard him as a strong candidate, particularly if the club opts for a pragmatic figure to oversee the next stage of their development.
O’Neil Has Earned His Chance
Gary O’Neil has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most promising young managers and now finds himself in contention to take over at West Ham.
His tactical intelligence and composed leadership shone through during his stints at Bournemouth and Wolves, where he was praised for making the most of limited resources and delivering key results.
With valuable top-flight experience already behind him, former West ham player O’Neil looks a natural candidate for the London Stadium role and is currently priced at 4/1 to become the next Irons boss.
Rose A Respected European Coach
Marco Rose is a well-regarded German coach whose progressive, high-intensity approach has impressed at Borussia Monchengladbach, Borussia Dortmund and, most recently, RB Leipzig.
His knack for combining structured systems with attacking flair could make him an attractive option for West Ham’s hierarchy as they consider the club’s next step forward.
Recently linked with the Rangers vacancy after Philippe Clement’s departure, Rose is now priced at 5/1 to take charge at the London Stadium should the Hammers decide to make a change.
Terzic Boasts Proven Quality
Edin Terzic led Borussia Dortmund to a DFB-Pokal victory and a Champions League final during his time at the club, underlining his pedigree on the European stage.
He is highly regarded for his tactical flexibility, strong man-management skills, and capacity to succeed at the highest level.
For West Ham, Terzic’s proven quality makes him an attractive candidate to guide the club’s next chapter, and he is currently priced at 5/1 in the next West Ham manager odds.
Dyche Can Deal With Difficult Situations
Sean Dyche (6/1) brings a wealth of experience and resilience from his spells with Burnley and Everton and would be well placed to steady the ship if West Ham continue to struggle.
Kasper Hjulmand (8/1) brings international pedigree, having guided Denmark deep into major tournaments, while Ralph Hasenhüttl (10/1) is seeking a fresh challenge after leaving Wolfsburg last season.
Michael Carrick (12/1), a former Hammer, enhanced his reputation while at Middlesbrough, and a return to manage his old club would certainly represent a major step forward in his coaching career.
* Reminder: These are hypothetical odds provided by industry experts.
