Blackburn Rovers next manager: New odds-on favourite emerges after overnight development
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Blackburn Rovers Next Manager: New Odds-On Favourite Emerges After Overnight Development
Blackburn Rovers have sacked head coach Valerien Ismael following a 1-0 defeat to Hull City, ending his 341-day tenure that began on February 25, 2025. The dismissal comes after an eight-game winless run in the Championship, leaving the club in a relegation battle despite narrowly missing the play-offs last season.[1][2][3][4]
Club legend and former Northern Ireland midfielder Owen Johnson has been placed in temporary charge. Blackburn's owners, Venky's, have launched a swift recruitment process amid fan discontent.[1]
Betting markets have seen dramatic shifts overnight, with Chris Coleman emerging as the new odds-on favourite at around 2/1 to 5/2 across bookmakers. The ex-Wales and former Blackburn player boasts Championship experience, including promotion with West Brom in 2020.[1][2][3]
Latest Next Blackburn Manager Odds
| Manager | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Coleman | 2/1 - 5/2 | ~33% |
| David Wagner | 5/2 - 3/1 | ~25% |
| Slaven Bilic | 4/1 - 6/1 | ~14% |
| Tony Mowbray | 6/1 | ~14% |
| Dave Challinor | 6/1 (from 20/1) | ~14% |
| Damien Duff / Gary Rowett | 8/1 - 10/1 | ~9-10% |
| Wayne Rooney / Others | 10/1 - 20/1 | ~5-9% |
Dave Challinor's odds have been slashed from 20/1 to 6/1; the Stockport County boss is pushing for a third promotion in five years.[1] David Wagner, recently sacked by Norwich despite play-off success, is joint-favourite in some markets.[2][3] Former Blackburn boss Tony Mowbray at 6/1 offers stability but faces health concerns.[3]
Other contenders include Slaven Bilic (Championship promotion winner), Gary Rowett (reliable mid-table expert), and longer shots like Wayne Rooney or Jon Dahl Tomasson. Odds fluctuate rapidly as Venky's seek their sixth manager in a decade.[1][2][3][5]
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