West Ham were the first team to be relegated this season, with just two games left to go they had to win at Wigan last Sunday to have any chance of staying up. But after a 3-2 defeat they will now be playing Championship football next season. The two David’s Sullivan and Gold, didn’t waste any time either. Less than an hour after the final whistle and Avram Grant had been relieved of his duties at Upton Park. So who’s in the running to take the managerial hotseat next season, as the Hammers look to bounce back at the first attempt?
Steve Mclaren has already ruled himself out of the running after being placed as an early favourite, but there is still plenty of value to be had in the market. Chris Hughton, the current favourite with the bookies and best priced at 3.23 with Betfair, could well be a good bet after he guided Newcastle to the Championship title in 2010. Sam Allerdyce though, is looking good at 13.0 from Victor Chandler, as Allardyce has plenty of experience and that’s exactly what the Hammers board have said they will be looking for. Sticking with experience and Martin O’Neill is another name being mentioned and could well be worth a bet at 13.0 with Skybet. The popular manager has been out of work since leaving Aston Villa in August last year, and would be a good appointment as the Hammer board look to get back on the good side of the fans.
Some Highlighted bets
Chris Hughton – 3.0 Bet 365
Sam Allardyce – 13.0 Victor Chandler
Martin O’Neill – 13.0 Skybet
Billy Davies – 21.0 Bet365
Paolo Di Canio – 34.0 Skybet
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