Premier League manager predictions - Who will be YOUR club's manager next season?
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In this episode of the TalkSport Daily Podcast, host Oli Klink and chief football correspondent Alex Crook dive into the turbulent managerial landscape of the Premier League ahead of the 2026 summer transfer window. With multiple clubs facing potential managerial changes, the duo analyze each team’s situation club by club, from relegation-threatened Wolves and Burnley to high-stakes clubs like Newcastle, Chelsea, and Manchester United. Key topics include Eddie Howe’s uncertain future at Newcastle amid underperformance, the potential departure of Oliver Glasner from Crystal Palace and Marco Silva from Fulham, and the growing speculation around Michael Carrick’s future at Manchester United. The conversation also touches on Chelsea’s chaotic mid-season sacking of Liam Resenia, with Andoni Iriola emerging as a top contender for the vacancy. Meanwhile, the episode explores the stability at clubs like Everton, Brighton, and Brentford, while questioning whether managers like Arne Slot at Liverpool and Mikel Arteta at Arsenal will survive a trophyless season. The overarching theme is a Premier League managerial merry-go-round driven by performance, financial constraints, and long-term club strategy.
Eddie Howe’s future at Newcastle is uncertain, with growing speculation he may step down due to underperformance and financial constraints, despite a long-term contract.
Andoni Iriola is a leading candidate for multiple vacancies, including Chelsea and potentially Newcastle, following his successful tenure at Bournemouth.
Michael Carrick is building a strong case for a permanent role at Manchester United, especially if he secures Champions League qualification.
Chelsea’s sacking of Liam Resenia highlights a crisis in leadership and player-manager disconnect, with a search for a proven top-tier manager underway.
Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola may leave after a potential treble, with Enzo Maresca seen as the likely successor.
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Premier League Managerial Shake-Up: The Summer of Change
“It's going to be a managerial merry-go-round like no other.”
Relegation Battle: Wolves, Burnley, and the Fight for Survival
The duo analyze the futures of Rob Edwards at Wolves and Scott Parker at Burnley. While Edwards is expected to stay for a Championship push, Parker’s future is in doubt despite his long tenure. Craig Bellamy is mentioned as a potential successor at Burnley.
Tottenham, West Ham, Leeds, and Fulham: Stability or Turmoil?
Roberto De Zerbi is expected to stay at Tottenham even if relegated, while Vitor Pereira and Daniel Farke are seen as safe at Fulham and Leeds respectively. West Ham’s David Moyes is likely to remain, but questions linger about his future if they go down.
Newcastle United: The Eddie Howe Dilemma
“You'll only truly appreciate what Eddie Howe has done after he's gone.”
Crystal Palace and Fulham: Glasner and Silva’s Futures
Oliver Glasner is confirmed to leave Crystal Palace, with potential replacements including Jose Bardellas and Iñigo Pérez. Marco Silva’s future at Fulham remains uncertain, with a possible move to Nottingham Forest if he departs.
“You'll only truly appreciate what Eddie Howe has done after he's gone.”
“The players weren't buying into his methods. You can see that in recent performances.”
“If they do win the league and that would be the last leg of a treble... Guardiola might feel that it's the right time.”
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Alex Crook
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Andoni Iriola
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Newcastle United
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Eddie Howe
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Bournemouth
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Chelsea
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Manchester United
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Oli Klink
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Pep Guardiola
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Oliver Glasner
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