After a dramatic opening weekend, the pressure is already on a few Premier League managers, with Graham Potter, Keith Andrews, and Scott Parker reportedly feeling the heat according to recent betting markets.
While Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester City started the season strongly, teams like West Ham, Brentford, and Burnley suffered heavy defeats, putting their managers under immediate scrutiny.
Conversely, clubs expected to struggle this season, such as Sunderland and Leeds, enjoyed positive results, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the league.
Although it is still early in the campaign, the Premier League is notoriously unforgiving. A poor start can quickly escalate, and managers who fail to deliver results may find themselves facing the sack sooner rather than later.
The race to be the first manager sacked remains one of the most closely followed markets in Premier League betting, and this season looks set to be particularly competitive.
Newly-promoted sides are usually the quickest to make changes if results don’t go their way, but established managers are just as vulnerable if their teams start the campaign poorly.
Below is a look at the current betting market from football betting sites on which manager could be the first to leave their post this season.
Premier League Sack Race Odds
| Manager | Club | Odds | Betting Site |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graham Potter | West Ham | 9/4 | William Hill |
| Keith Andrews | Brentford | 3/1 | William Hill |
| Scott Parker | Burnley | 15/2 | William Hill |
| Nuno Espirito Santo | Nottingham Forest | 9/1 | William Hill |
| Ruben Amorim | Manchester United | 11/1 | William Hill |
| Vitor Pereira | Wolves | 11/1 | William Hill |
| Daniel Farke | Leeds | 12/1 | William Hill |
| Oliver Glasner | Crystal Palace | 18/1 | William Hill |
| Eddie Howe | Newcastle | 18/1 | William Hill |
| Regis Le Bris | Sunderland | 20/1 | William Hill |
| Marco Silva | Fulham | 22/1 | William Hill |
Potter Under Pressure?
West Ham vice-chair Karren Brady has reassured fans that the club will not make hasty decisions despite a rocky start to the Premier League season, expressing confidence in manager Graham Potter to turn things around.
The Hammers suffered a 3-0 defeat to newly promoted Sunderland on the opening weekend, extending a difficult run since Potter’s arrival in January. The 50-year-old has faced challenges in winning over supporters, with concerns over relegation lingering.
Brady told TalkSport that the board remains firmly behind Potter, emphasizing stability over panic. Nonetheless, the early-season struggles have seen him become the favourite in the Premier League sack race, currently priced at 9/4.
Early Pressure On Andrews
Brentford’s decision to promote Keith Andrews from set-piece coach to head coach, despite having no senior managerial experience, has already come under scrutiny.
The club’s departure of several key players has sparked concerns over squad depth, while their self-sustaining model requires quick results. A 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest on opening day has intensified the pressure, leaving Andrews with an urgent need to turn things around.
Without an immediate upturn in form, his tenure could be short-lived. Bookmakers seem to agree, listing him as the second favourite in the Premier League sack race at 3/1.
Is Parker At Risk Early?
Scott Parker, who led Burnley to promotion alongside Leeds last season with an impressive points tally, is no stranger to managerial challenges.
Previous spells at Bournemouth and Club Brugge ended prematurely due to criticism and poor results. Burnley will be leaning on last season’s defensive solidity, but injuries or tactical errors could quickly erode confidence.
A tough start to the campaign, highlighted by a 3-0 defeat to Spurs, has already put Parker under pressure to deliver immediate results. At 15/2, bookmakers view him as a strong contender in the early-season Premier League sack race.
Nuno Still Faces Pressure
Nuno Espirito Santo received widespread acclaim for leading Nottingham Forest to a seventh-place finish and European qualification last season.
Renowned for his tactical discipline, he also carries a record of short-lived Premier League tenures, including his time at Tottenham.
As Forest now juggle domestic and European commitments, a prolonged slump in form could quickly test the board’s patience.
Despite opening the season with a 3-1 victory over Brentford, bookmakers currently rate Nuno at 9/1 to be the first Premier League manager to leave his post.
Scrutiny Intensifies On Amorim
Ruben Amorim, priced at 11/1, begins the new season under intense scrutiny following a disappointing debut year at Manchester United.
With his first full pre-season to mould the squad, expectations are high, but early fixtures present a tough challenge that could significantly impact his future.
A defeat to Arsenal on opening day isn’t catastrophic, but it does little to ease the mounting pressure at Old Trafford.
Unless the team responds with improved performances, the doubts and criticism that haunted Amorim last season may quickly return.
Pereira Under Pressure
Wolves manager Vitor Pereira, listed at 11/1, starts the new season under scrutiny despite having stabilised the club last term.
Although he successfully steered Wolves away from relegation following a difficult start, the summer exits of key players—including Matheus Cunha, Rayan Ait-Nouri, and Nelson Semedo—have left the squad thinner.
A heavy 4‑0 opening-day loss to Manchester City exposed vulnerabilities and has raised early questions about whether Pereira can navigate a tougher Premier League campaign this season.
Farke Still In The Frame
Daniel Farke remains a contender to be the first Premier League manager dismissed, even after leading Leeds back to the top flight last season.
While promotion secured him both fan support and backing from the board, his previous Premier League record at Norwich—just six wins in 49 games—casts a long shadow.
Leeds’ owners are demanding a strong return to the top tier, and although the team opened with a win over Everton, a poor run of results could quickly put Farke under pressure. He is currently priced at 12/1 in the sack race.
Glasner Enjoys Early Security
Oliver Glasner’s stock has risen after leading Crystal Palace to their first major trophy with last season’s FA Cup victory over Manchester City, followed by a Community Shield win against Liverpool.
A solid start to the Premier League campaign, including a draw at Chelsea, has placed him at 18/1 to be the first manager dismissed.
Other long-shot candidates in the sack race include Eddie Howe at Newcastle (18/1), Regis Le Bris at Sunderland (20/1), and Marco Silva at Fulham (22/1).
