Liverpool fans are currently in a state of uncertainty as they await the announcement of Jurgen Klopp’s successor. While Ruben Amorim was initially considered the frontrunner for the job, recent developments have seemingly ruled him out of contention. As a result, a new favorite has emerged among bookmakers: Feyenoord’s manager, Arne Slot.
Slot, who recently led Feyenoord to victory in the KNVB Cup final, has seen his odds slashed to as low as 3/1. This sudden surge in popularity indicates that he is now the frontrunner for the Liverpool job. However, he is not the only candidate in the running.
Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi is currently the second favorite with odds of 4/1. Despite previous claims that he had been ruled out, it seems that De Zerbi may have come back into consideration. Liverpool’s newly appointed sporting director, Richard Hughes, has been a vocal advocate for De Zerbi and has previously tried to hire him during his time at Bournemouth.
Hughes’ connections also extend to other potential candidates such as Wolves’ Gary O’Neil, Newcastle’s Eddie Howe, and Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola. These managers are all among the top 10 favorites according to bookmakers’ odds.
Other notable names in the mix include Thomas Tuchel, who will be available as a free agent at the end of the season after leaving Bayern Munich, and Brentford’s Thomas Frank.
Thiago Motta, the manager of Bologna, is believed to have impressed in terms of data analysis, making him an intriguing candidate. Ange Postecoglou was also mentioned as a possible contender immediately after Klopp’s resignation.
As Liverpool continues its search for Klopp’s successor, fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement. The club has made it clear that they are willing to prioritize bravery over popularity when it comes to their choice. Only time will tell who will be entrusted with the task of leading Liverpool into a new era.