West Bromwich Albion are back in the market for a head coach after parting company with Eric Ramsay just nine matches into his tenure at The Hawthorns.
The Baggies sit only one point above the Championship relegation zone, prompting bookmakers to move quickly with fresh next manager markets. Early prices make interim boss James Morrison the 5/4 favourite to land the role on a permanent basis.
West Brom Next Permanent Manager Odds
The latest West Brom next manager odds are live with BetVictor, one of our highest-rated best online betting sites.
| Manager | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| James Morrison | 5/4 | 44.4% |
| Russell Martin | 6/1 | 14.3% |
| Slaven Bilic | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Sean Dyche | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Ole Gunnar Solskjaer | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Lee Carsley | 12/1 | 7.7% |
*Odds from BetVictor and correct at 10:25am 25/02/2026 and subject to change
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Morrison Installed as Early Market Leader
Former Baggies midfielder Morrison has been placed in interim charge at the Hawthornes for the third time, and bookmakers clearly believe he has a genuine chance of securing the job outright.
The midfielder made over 300 appearances for the Midlands outfit and is well respected within the club’s hierarchy and dressing room.
In previous caretaker spells, he has remained unbeaten, which adds weight to his candidacy during what is shaping up to be a tense relegation battle.
Interim appointments odds often shorten quickly if results go there was, so jumping on Morrison at this stage could be the best opportunity punters get.
Russell Martin Leads Alternative Candidates
Former Rangers and Southampton boss Martin is the second favourite at 6/1. Martin has been out of work since his disastrous stint at Ibrox, but he is a proven manager at Championship level.
Martin has a promotion from the second tier to his name and knows the league well. However, questions remain over whether his style suits a club near the bottom of the division and a lack of time to implement his philosophy.
Slaven Bilic Set to Return?
The big Croatian has already taken charge of the Baggies once before in his long managerial career and features prominently with the bookies for a return.
His experience and strong personality may appeal to a board seeking an immediate response from the squad. Next manager betting markets frequently feature former managers in early trading, and Bilic fits that pattern.
Longer Shots
Sean Dyce and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer appear on a number of bookmakers' shortlists, with Dyce in particular worth a look due to his pragmatic style and experience in a relegation battle. However, would his extensive Premier League experience put him off dropping down a division? Maybe. Treat this with caution.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is available at 10/1. The Norwegian carries high-level managerial experience, though whether a Championship survival fight aligns with his ambitions is open to debate.
Lee Carsley is also listed at 12/1, adding further intrigue to an already competitive market.
