Next West Ham Manager Odds: Slaven Bilic Set For Sensational Hammers Return?
Slaven Bilic has emerged as favourite with betting sites to make a stunning return to West Ham if Graham Potter is sacked.
The Hammers sit 18th in the Premier League table after a 3-0 defeat to Tottenham in their latest London derby thrashing.
Potter’s side have now lost three of their opening four league matches, each by margins of three goals or more.
Defeat to Sunderland on the opening day and a 5-1 home defeat by Chelsea had already raised concerns, and this latest setback has intensified scrutiny of Potter’s future.
A glimmer of hope came with a 3-0 win at Nottingham Forest, but West Ham already face the prospect of an early relegation battle if results do not improve.
Who do you think might be in the running if the Hammers decide to wield the axe?
Here, we look at the latest next West Ham manager odds and the best prices available on football betting sites.
Bilic Heads The Betting
West Ham owner David Sullivan is reportedly considering a return for former boss Bilic to halt the Hammers’ slump.
He remains a popular figure with supporters, having been a fans’ favourite as a player and guiding the club to a seventh-place finish in 2016 during his first spell in charge.
Bilic was dismissed in December 2017 with West Ham in the relegation zone following a 4-1 loss to Liverpool, yet insists there is no bad blood.
Speaking to TalkSport, Bilic said: "We are now on very good terms. Of course, I wasn’t happy, but I didn’t deserve to be sacked."
The 57-year-old, who has since managed West Brom and Watford, is now 4/5 favourite to replace Potter.
Nuno On The Market
Nuno Espirito Santo’s recent sacking by Nottingham Forest came after a remarkable campaign in which he guided the club to a seventh-place Premier League finish.
He also secured Europa League qualification – their first return to European competition in three decades.
His departure was largely the result of strained relations with Forest’s hierarchy, particularly over transfer policy and the club’s direction, leaving him both available and potentially motivated for a new challenge.
His proven ability to exceed expectations, rebuild sides and handle Premier League pressures make him an appealing candidate.
The former Wolves, Spurs and Forest boss is currently 2/1 in the next West Ham manager market.
Next West Ham United Manager Odds
Manager | Odds | Probability |
Slaven Bilic | 4/5 | 55.6% |
Nuno Espirito Santo | 2/1 | 33.3% |
Frank Lampard | 3/1 | 25% |
Edin Terzic | 4/1 | 20% |
Gareth Southgate | 9/2 | 18.2% |
Michael Carrick | 5/1 | 16.7% |
Kieran McKenna | 15/2 | 11.8% |
Gary O'Neil | 8/1 | 11.1% |
Sean Dyche | 10/1 | 9.1% |
Ralph Hasenhuttl | 12/1 | 7.7% |
Former Hammer Lampard In The Frame
Frank Lampard retains strong ties with West Ham and could be in line for a return to the club where his playing career began.
The former midfielder came through the youth system and spent six years with the Hammers before moving to Chelsea.
His managerial record has been mixed, but he has impressed at Coventry City, guiding them to the play-offs last season.
The Sky Blues are unbeaten in five games this campaign, but the question remains, would Lampard be tempted back to his former club?
Hammers chairman Sullivan has apparently 'sounded out' Lampard for the job, and he is 3/1 to make the move.
Terzic To Return
Edin Terzic’s managerial record consists of two spells in charge of Borussia Dortmund, but he made a lasting impression, particularly in his final season.
He guided the German side to the Champions League final, where they were beaten by Real Madrid.
The 41-year-old has previously spoken of his ambition to manage in the Premier League and could be tempted by a return to the London Stadium.
Terzic spent two years at West Ham as Bilic’s assistant manager, and he is currently priced at 4/1 to succeed Potter as the next Hammers boss.
Southgate At A Crossroads
Is this the moment for Gareth Southgate to return to club management?
The former England manager has taken time out since bringing his eight-year spell with the national side to a close.
A defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final was not the ending he had hoped for, but it underlined his credentials as a capable and experienced coach.
Southgate is 9/2 with betting apps to replace Potter.
Carrick Another Former Player In The Running
Like Lampard, Michael Carrick began his career at West Ham, coming through the youth system and making more than 130 first-team appearances.
After a decorated playing career that brought five Premier League titles with Manchester United, he moved into management with Middlesbrough.
Carrick spent close to three years at the Riverside before departing the club in the summer.
A return to West Ham would be a dream move, and he is 5/1 in the market.
McKenna A Wanted Man
Despite relegation from the Premier League last season, Kieran McKenna remains regarded as one of the most promising coaches in English football.
The Ipswich manager guided the club to back-to-back promotions after taking charge at Portman Road, though the top flight ultimately proved a step too far.
Their return to the Championship has been challenging, with six points from the opening five matches.
At 39, McKenna may feel he has taken Ipswich as far as possible, and a move to West Ham could prove an appealing next step.
He is 15/2 to become the Hammers' next manager.
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 8/1 to become the next Irons boss.
Dyche Can Deal With Difficult Situations
Sean Dyche (10/1) 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.
Ralph Hasenhuttl is seeking a fresh challenge after leaving Wolfsburg last season and is the outsider in the market at 12/1.
* Reminder: These are hypothetical odds provided by industry experts.
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