Next Newcastle United manager – leading candidates as price slashed on Eddie Howe to face imminent sack…

Next Newcastle United manager – potential candidates as odds drop on Eddie Howe facing imminent dismissal

An overview of the individuals who might step into the Newcastle United role if the pressure on Eddie Howe escalates.

Andoni Iraola becoming the next Newcastle United manager is as plausible as Eddie Howe being on the verge of being let go.

This is according to bookmakers, who have reduced the odds on the Magpies parting ways with Howe following the defeat to Sunderland. For the first time in his tenure at Toon, some fans are beginning to doubt whether he is the right person to lead Newcastle forward.

Up until now, discontent towards the manager had mostly been confined to the darker corners of social media. However, a self-inflicted loss to the Black Cats – for the second time this season – has sparked a wave of palpable negativity.

Boos resonated around St James’ Park at the final whistle as Newcastle acknowledged the supporters. Any aspirations of rescuing a faltering campaign are now extinguished – with even a late push for European football failing to lift the derby curse.

Bookmakers reduce Eddie Howe’s odds

At the beginning of the year, Howe was listed at an astonishing 40/1 by some bookmakers to be the next Premier League manager dismissed. However, the Toon manager is now at just 3/1 – underscoring the fallout from a Tyne-Wear derby loss.

Also in contention for the chop are Oliver Glasner, Liam Rosenior, and Arne Slot. Below is a complete list of the Premier League sack race.

Oliver Glasner – 5/2

Liam Rosenior – 5/2

Arne Slot – 11/4

Eddie Howe – 3/1

Scott Parker – 9/2

No manager to depart – 12/1

Next Newcastle United manager betting odds

Iraola is also at 3/1 to take Newcastle as his next position. Howe and the Spaniard share a strong rapport dating back to his tenure at Rayo Vallecano.

He has made a significant impact at Bournemouth since assuming control in 2023, despite losing several key players. Bookmakers regard him as the leading candidate for Newcastle should Howe exit.

Also in the mix are Oliver Glasner, Marco Silva, and Barcelona icon Xavi Hernandez. Below is the complete list.

Andoni Iraola – 3/1

Oliver Glasner – 4/1

Marco Silva – 6/1

Xavi Hernandez – 8/1

Newcastle United’s position

The decision-makers at St James’ Park will not rush into any conclusions following the derby loss. There is a recognition at the board level of the factors contributing to Newcastle’s disappointing season.

This is consistent with the Gazette’s insights, as Howe is currently being afforded the chance to rectify the situation this summer. With sporting director Ross Wilson and CEO David Hopkinson on board, there is hope that Newcastle is better positioned to approach the summer transfer window; however, the final decision may come from higher up.

Howe’s accomplishments are still acknowledged, including two qualifications for the Champions League and a Carabao Cup victory. Provided the atmosphere within the stadium remains positive – and Newcastle’s performance does not decline further – their status is unlikely to change.