Chelsea are searching for stability after sacking two managers in three months, with Xabi Alonso emerging as a strong second favourite behind Iraola.
Chelsea’s struggles continue to deepen, with five consecutive Premier League defeats without scoring highlighting the scale of the crisis. Ongoing managerial uncertainty and a lack of direction from the hierarchy have only added to the growing instability at the club.
The latest movement in the next manager market reflects that uncertainty. Xabi Alonso has been heavily backed in recent days, with his odds slashed from 33/1 last week to just 3/1, making him a clear second favourite. Despite that surge, Andoni Iraola remains the narrow frontrunner at 11/4 following Liam Rosenior’s departure, as the race for the Stamford Bridge job continues to gather pace.
Chelsea Next Manager Odds: Who is the Betting Favourite to Replace Liam Rosenior?
According to the latest betting markets, Andoni Iraola is the favourite to become Chelsea’s next permanent manager, with an implied probability of around 25%. The Bournemouth boss is leading the early race as bookmakers weigh up the next move at Stamford Bridge.
Xabi Alonso has emerged as a close second, with odds giving him a 20% chance of taking charge in West London. Meanwhile, Fulham boss Marco Silva is also firmly in contention, sitting just behind with a 17% chance of making the switch across West London.
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Xabi Alonso has seen his odds shorten significantly to 3/1, making him a close second in the market. The former Real Madrid midfielder continues to attract heavy backing after his impressive managerial rise, with punters increasingly viewing him as a serious option for the Stamford Bridge role.
Fulham manager Marco Silva is also firmly in contention at 5/1, maintaining steady interest as Chelsea weigh up multiple Premier League-proven options. Former Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas follows at 6/1, representing a more speculative but intriguing candidate given his growing reputation in coaching circles.
Further down the market, Filipe Luis is priced at 12/1, still considered an outsider but not entirely out of the frame as Chelsea continue to assess a wide-ranging shortlist.
Chelsea Next Manager Oddschecker Insights
According to latest Oddschecker data, Xabi Alonso has received 60% of the bets to become the Next Chelsea boss. Andoni Iraola for reference, received just 23% of the bets, while Marco Silva is backed by 11% people.
Xabi Alonso Favourite to Become the Next Liverpool Manager
Xabi Alonso is also the leading candidate to become the next Liverpool manager, with betting markets increasingly backing the former Reds midfielder. The Spaniard has seen his odds shorten significantly as punters react to growing speculation over a possible return to Anfield in a managerial capacity.
Arne Slot has endured a tough sophomore year at Liverpool, after winning the league in his debut campaign. With 10 defeats already this season, it is becoming unlikely he will be in-charge next year.
Currently, Alonso sits at the top end of the market alongside other high-profile names, reflecting strong confidence from bookmakers and sustained interest from bettors. His connection to the club, combined with his rapid rise in management, has only added fuel to the discussion as Liverpool’s next appointment continues to attract heavy attention in the betting markets.
