Could Andoni Iraola Become The New Permanent Man Utd Manager?
Now the dust is starting to settle on the announcement that Andoni Iraola will leave Bournemouth in the summer, how does the Spaniard shape-up when it comes to the next Man Utd manager odds market? BetVictor News takes a closer look.
Next Man Utd Manager Odds: Andoni Iraola The 2/1 Joint-Favourite Alongside Michael Carrick
With a price of 2/1 in the next Man Utd manager odds market, Andoni Iraola is certainly a strong candidate to become Ruben Amorim’s permanent successor. Of course, the interim role is currently held by Michael Carrick (2/1) but Iraola’s Premier League experience in the dugout could prove decisive.
The Spaniard joined Bournemouth in 2023 and guided the Cherries to respectable 12th and 9th place finishes in 2023-24 and 2024-25. It appears a similar finish is likely this term. Not only has Iraola helped the south coast side punch above their weight, his own reputation has skyrocketed.
So much so that Iraola is the 2/1 favourite in the next Newcastle manager odds market, too. His ability to transform Bournemouth has not gone unnoticed and the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea are also deemed potential destinations for the 43-year-old.
However, the possibility of taking on the Old Trafford gig is one that can’t be ignored lightly. Of course, the sentimental choice would see Carrick be given the job full-time but much will depend on INEOS and their vision for next season and beyond.
They want a big name and in a managerial sense, Iraola is arguably a stronger candidate than Carrick – despite the Red Devils legend’s revival since taking the hotseat in January.
What Is Andoni Iraola’s Style Of Play?
For a number of seasons, Man Utd have been keen to employ a manager who can adopt an attractive and attacking style of play. And that is exactly what they would get under the guidance of Andoni Iraola. Although, Iraola has often adopted a more cautious and counter-attacking style at Bournemouth.
That mainly boils down to the playing personal. United have an abundance of attackers in the shape of Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha to utilise. All of who would seamlessly adapt to Iraola’s preferred 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 lineup.
Defensively, Iraola likes to put emphasis on his holding midfielders. He likes them to be rich in stamina, committed and boasting attributes that would benefit both ends of the pitch. Step forward Kobbie Mainoo. He also likes attacking full-backs who are more than capable of digging in deep against the run of play. Luke Shaw springs to mind.
It would perhaps be a slightly bold move of United to employ Iraola but an up-and-coming manager could prove the tonic that has been required in recent years. With Iraola on his way, the likes of Marco Rose, Kieran McKenna and Jens Berthel Askou are all in the running in the next Bournemouth manager odds market – to try and carry on Iraola’s impressive work.
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Any betting decisions should be made responsibly and there are no guarantees when it comes to outcomes. Odds correct as of 4:15pm, April 15, 2026. Market is for next permanent manager to be employed for the first PL game of 2026-27.
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