Portsmouth next manager contenders. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Next Portsmouth manager odds as firm favourite moves clear of rivals

Over the weekend, Kenny Jackett departed Portsmouth after close to five years in charge at Fratton Park, following three straight defeats that saw the club lose precious ground in the race for promotion back to the Championship, as the 2020/21 League One season rapidly approaches its crescendo.

By Richie Boon

Wednesday, 17th March 2021, 12:52 pm

A fresh appointment could revitalise Pompey's push for the play-offs, as the club look to break back into the second-tier for the first time since 2012. Here's a rundown of the top twenty candidates currently in the running for the job, ranked from lowest to highest chance of becoming the next Portsmouth manager:

9. Michael Appleton - Current odds: 20/1

Current job: Lincoln City. Overall career win percentage: 40.1%

Photo: Pete Norton

10. Harry Redknapp - Current odds: 10/1

Current job: Unemployed. Last job: Birmingham City. Overall career win percentage: 40.2%

Photo: Stu Forster

11. Garry Monk - Current odds: 20/1

Current job: Unemployed. Last job: Sheffield Wednesday. Overall career win percentage: 37.4%

Photo: Nigel Roddis

12. Eddie Howe - Current odds: 22/1

Current job: Unemployed. Last job: Bournemouth. Overall career win percentage: 41.8%

Photo: CLIVE BRUNSKILL

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