The leading candidates for the new managerial role and the new manager odds at Huddersfield Town have been disclosed following the dismissal of Darren Moore from his position as the first-team manager
Moore’s departure comes after a stint that saw the Terriers secure only three victories, draw eleven times, and suffer nine defeats, leaving them in 21st place on the Championship table with 28 points from 29 games.
Huddersfield Town new next manager odds and favorites candidates names list in 2024
👔 The early odds on who could become Huddersfield Town's next manager:
🔵 Paul Heckingbottom – 1/2
🔵 Michael Duff – 5/1
🔵 John Eustace – 6/1
🔵 John Mousinho – 11/1
🔵 Alex Neil – 12/1
🔵 Neil Warnock – 12/1Who do you want, Terriers fans? 🤔#CCP | #HTAFC pic.twitter.com/79L8AjzcRX
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This places them just three points above the 22nd-placed team, Sunday’s opponents QPR, who managed a late equalizer.
Darren Moore Dismissed?
The 49-year-old, who had successfully guided Sheffield Wednesday to Championship promotion the previous year, took over from Neil Warnock in September.
Moore’s tenure came to an end on Monday, January 29, 2024, following a Sky Bet Championship draw against Queens Park Rangers the previous day, bringing his managerial record with the club to three wins, 11 draws, and nine defeats in all competitions.
Huddersfield Town Explained Decision
Huddersfield Town’s owner and Chairman, Kevin Nagle, explained the decision saying, “We have made this decision to give us the best chance of maintaining our Sky Bet Championship status at the end of the season.
“Darren is a fantastic man, and he has worked tirelessly since taking the job back in September. I know I speak for everyone at the club in wishing him the very best for the future.”
Nagle acknowledged the challenges faced by Moore, including a high number of injuries, but expressed disappointment with the on-field results and playing style.
The club is now swiftly searching for the right person to lead the team through a crucial phase of the season. Chief Executive Jake Edwards thanked Moore for his commitment and stated the decision was not taken lightly.
With 17 games remaining in the season, the club aims to appoint someone who can make a significant short-term impact while aligning with the longer-term strategy of building an attack-minded, progressive style of football over several seasons.
Favorites to Became Huddersfield Town’s New Manager
Paul Heckingbottom – 1/2
Michael Duff – 5/1
John Eustace – 6/1
John Mousinho – 11/1
Alex Neil – 12/1
Neil Warnock – 12/1
The list of favorites to become the new Huddersfield manager includes;
John Eustace,
Nathan Jones,
Gary Rowett,
Steve Cooper,
Michael Duff,
Alex Neill,
Paul Heckingbottom,
Nigel Pearson,
Neil Lennon,
Mark Warburton,
Lee Johnson,
Daniel Stendel, and
Chris Hughton
Darren Moore, in an interview after the draw against QPR, expressed disappointment but praised the commitment of his players.
Despite hoping the point earned would secure his position, club owner Kevin Nagle emphasized the need to win against QPR, expressing frustration at the team’s failure to secure a victory despite dominating much of the match.
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