Next West Ham Manager Odds: Who’s Tipped to Take Over from Graham Potter?
After a dismal half-year Premier League stint that felt more like a bad dream than a managerial era, Julen Lopetegui’s time at West Ham came to an end. The club moved swiftly to appoint Graham Potter in hopes of steadying the ship. But as is often the case in the unpredictable world of football, the question lingers—who’s waiting in the wings if Potter falters?
The Hammers haven’t exactly enjoyed a renaissance under recent leadership, and the West Ham board were, softly speaking, furious. Head coach Lopetegui’s reign offered little more than a masterclass in defeat, leaving fans desperate for a return to the grit and fire they once knew. So, with change always just one poor run away, let’s dive into the current frontrunners tipped to take charge at the London Stadium—should the winds shift once again.
(Overall odds are always on the move—check your bookies for the latest figures.)
Next West Ham Manager Betting Odds
Michael Carrick – 6/1
Once a reliable engine in West Ham’s midfield, Michael Carrick racked up over a century of appearances before, like many before him, moving on and flourishing elsewhere. Now, he’s carved out a respectable managerial career at Middlesbrough—steady, if not spectacular—and is widely seen as a coach with serious upside.
But here’s the snag: West Ham’s co-owner David Sullivan isn’t exactly known for splashing the cash, especially when it comes to buying managers out of contracts. And let’s just say he’s not the poster boy for backing fresh managerial talent either.
So while Carrick might hang around the top of the odds table for a while, don’t be surprised if his name quietly drifts off as the reality of boardroom reluctance sets in.
David Moyes – 7/1
Could there really be a third act for the Moyesiah? Stranger things have happened. His first stint at the club came out of the blue, the second was more expected. A third? It’d raise eyebrows—but you can’t rule it out.
Moyes has become a divisive figure among the Hammers faithful. He delivered memorable European nights and top-table finishes, but often without the flair and style West Ham fans crave. When this betting market first opened, he was a distant 33/1. Now? A sharp rise to 7/2 suggests someone, somewhere, has itchy fingers on the panic button.
Kasper Hjulmand – 11/1
His name came out of left field—courtesy of the German press—and left most English fans asking, “Who?” Kasper Hjulmand is currently unemployed, having led Denmark through two European Championships and a World Cup, but his club résumé won’t have fans dancing in the streets of East London—unless you believe every lazy stereotype.
Yes, he’s lifted titles in Denmark, but his brief Bundesliga stint with Mainz was far from glorious: five wins from 24 games won’t exactly fill a fanbase with confidence.
Edin Terzic – 12/1
Fresh off leading Borussia Dortmund to a Champions League final and heartbreakingly losing the Bundesliga title to Bayern on goal difference, Terzic is a name with serious pedigree.
He even has West Ham ties—albeit faint ones—serving as Slaven Bilic’s assistant from 2015 to 2017. The board knows fans love a familiar face (just ask Carrick), but Terzic’s time in East London was so low-key he could’ve wandered into the local after a match and gone totally unnoticed. Still, on paper, he’s an exciting prospect.
Maurizio Sarri – 20/1
The Italian chain-smoker turned football philosopher is a wildcard in this race. While his days of Sarriball at Chelsea split opinions, his track record includes a Europa League trophy and Serie A experience with Juventus and Lazio. Whether he fits West Ham’s DNA—or their budget—is another story altogether.
