The Arsenal icon is now the big favourite to become next Bournemouth manager, but will caretaker Jonathan Woodgate fend him off?
Thierry Henry to Bournemouth: Frenchman now 1/2 favourite
Former Arsenal legend Thierry Henry is the new odds-on favourite to be named next permanent Bournemouth boss, following a flurry of betting activity.
The World Cup winner is the new market leader this morning, with Henry’s odds cut from 25/1 into 1/2 best price.
That’s due to the majority of punters' bets being placed on the seemingly unlikely appointment, with 81% of all bets in the last 24 hours backing the Frenchman.
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Jonathan Woodgate also in contention
That means he’s overtaken previous favourite, Jonathan Woodgate, who has since slid out in the betting to 9/2.
Former Huddersfield manager David Wagner is 6/1 third favourite, followed by Chelsea legend John Terry at 12/1 and Marco Silva (16/1).
Reports this morning suggest Bournemouth are ramping up their efforts to bring Henry to the club, with the Frenchman keen on the move.
Oddschecker spokesperson Callum Wilson: "Thierry Henry's enjoyed limited success in his managerial career thus far, but he's seemingly set for another shot in English football.
"Bookies have cut odds into 1/2 best price, indicating a 67% chance that Henry actually ends up in Dorset.
"Jonathan Woodgate has done a solid job since taking temporary charge of the Cherries, but could the club be coaxed by a more prevalent name?"
Next Bournemouth Manager Odds:
- Thierry Henry - 1/2
- Jonathan Woodgate - 9/2
- David Wagner - 6/1
- John Terry - 12/1
- Marco Silva - 16/1
- Eddie Howe - 16/1
- Patrick Vieira - 16/1
