Two notable figures, including Max Allegri and an unexpected choice from the Premier League, emerge as leading candidates for the upcoming Manchester United managerial position.
New Man U Woes: Amorim's Future Shrouded Amidst Loss to Hammers
The hot seat at Manchester United grows ever more heated as their dismal form persists, with bookmaker favorites tipping heavyweight coach Massimiliano Allegri as the next United boss[2]. Amidst these speculations, current manager Ruben Amorim's tenure remains uncertain, given his comments about potentially leaving the club if its poor performance continues[1].
Following their latest defeat at home to West Ham, plunging United to an alarming 16th place in the Premier League, Allegri's odds of taking the reins at Old Trafford stand at 4/1, according to talkSPORT Bet[2]. Allegri last managed Juventus but has found himself without a club since the end of last season. The Italian boasts an impressive five Serie A titles over two tenures with Juventus, as well as another triumph during his time at AC Milan[2].
Having taken charge in November 2025, West Ham had earlier held discussions with Allegri before deciding on Julen Lopetegui[1]. As for second favorite for the job, it's none other than Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner, with odds standing at 6/1[2]. Glasner has guided Palace to the FA Cup final but has less than a year left on his contract at Selhurst Park[1]. The club is optimistic about renewing his contract, despite rumors of interest from German club RB Leipzig[1].
Other notable contenders for the Manchester United job include Mauricio Pochettino, Kieran McKenna, and Gareth Southgate, all with odds of 8/1, 10/1, and 10/1, respectively[2]. It's worth noting that Amorim signed a contract extension through to 2027 just six months ago[1]. Yet, after the loss to West Ham, he voiced concerns about the team's culture and spoke of the need for tough changes, stating, "We need to be really strong in the summer and to be brave because we will not have a next season like this. If we start like this, if the feeling is still here, we should give the space to different people"[1]. The upcoming Champions League final against Tottenham may prove determining in shaping United's trajectory in the coming season.
Sources:1. talkSPORT, "Manchester United legend Voices Concerns Over Current Team and Manager". Retrieved 7th May, 2026.2. talkSPORT, "Bookies' Favourite to Become Manchester United Manager Revealed". Retrieved 7th May, 2026.3. Manchester Evening News, "Manchester United appoint Ruben Amorim as new manager". Retrieved 7th May, 2026.
- The Premier League's struggles for supremacy in European-leagues continue as Manchester United's loss to West Ham deepens their misery, while the transfer rumors surrounding Massimiliano Allegri and the Premier-League club heftily persist.
- As the NFL season draws to a close, football fans' attention shifts to the uncertain future of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, with talks revolving around Allegri as a potential replacement, given his illustrious past in the UEFA Champions League and the F1 pit-stops.
- The transfer market at the Premier League and the NFL could be shaped by high-profile managers such as Mauricio Pochettino, Kieran McKenna, and Gareth Southgate, as speculations surrounding Manchester United's managerial change bear fruits in the sports-analysis world.
- While the Premier League and the Champions League are in full swing, football aficionados also keep a keen eye on the German Bundesliga, as RB Leipzig splash the cash in the transfer market in an attempt to sign Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner, the second favorite for the coveted Man U manager position.
- As the UEFA Champions League Final between Tottenham and Manchester United approaches, sports analysts worldwide are touting the outcomes of this highly anticipated match as potentially crucial in determining the fortunes of the Red Devils in the coming season and the fate of manager Amorim.
- Meanwhile, the English Premier League's rivals in European football, such as La Liga's FC Barcelona and the Bundesliga's Bayern Munich, also watch the Premier League's developments closely, with the intention of capitalizing on any potential power shifts within the league brought about by managerial changes, transfers, and team restructuring.
