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- Mourinho is 5/2 favourite to take over at Bayer Leverkusen after Ten Hag’s sacking.
- Premier League sides Nottingham Forest (5/1) and West Ham (6/1) also in the mix.
- A shock return to Manchester United sits at 13/2 in the betting.
Jose Mourinho Linked With Bayer Leverkusen After Ten Hag Sacking
Jose Mourinho has emerged as the early favourite to become the next Bayer Leverkusen manager after Erik ten Hag was dismissed on Monday, with UK Betting Sites pricing him at 5/2 to take the Bundesliga role.
The former Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Manchester United boss was himself sacked by Fenerbahce on Friday, just days after their Champions League exit at the hands of Benfica in the play-off stage.
Mourinho’s 14-month stint in Turkey ended in disappointment, but speculation about his next move has already reignited.
According to the latest betting odds from bet365, Bayer Leverkusen looks like his most likely destination, though interest from the Premier League and beyond cannot be ruled out.
Jose Mourinho Next Permanent Manager Job Odds
| Jose Mourinho Next Permanent Manager Job | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Bayer Leverkusen | 5/2 | 28.6% |
| Nottingham Forest | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| Rangers | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| West Ham | 6/1 | 14.3% |
| Any Saudi Club | 13/2 | 13.3% |
| Manchester United | 13/2 | 13.3% |
Mourinho’s Next Step
At 62, Mourinho remains one of football’s most high-profile names and his track record of success at Europe’s biggest clubs ensures he will always attract attention when available.
Leverkusen, who parted company with Ten Hag after a poor start to their domestic campaign, could see Mourinho as the man to steady the ship and bring silverware.
However, links to Nottingham Forest and West Ham suggest the Premier League may also be an option.
The odds also keep a return to Manchester United alive at 13/2, while a move to Saudi Arabia is priced at the same mark, reflecting the growing pull of the Pro League for big-name managers.
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