Had plenty of success with Celtic as manager across two spells, but departed Parkhead last October and took charge of Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah shortly afterwards. Could he make a shock return to Scotland as the national team boss? The bookies don't think so with those odds.placeholder image
Had plenty of success with Celtic as manager across two spells, but departed Parkhead last October and took charge of Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah shortly afterwards. Could he make a shock return to Scotland as the national team boss? The bookies don't think so with those odds. | Getty Images

Next Scotland manager odds: Ex-Hearts, Sunderland and Man Utd men amongst favourites to replace Steve Clarke

Here are the leading favourites to replace Steve Clarke as Scotland manager - including ex-Hibs, Sunderland and West Ham men.

So, who will be the next Scotland manager?

After three major tournaments and 2,597 days in charge, head coach Steve Clarke opted to step down upon his side’s failure to make the knockout stages of the World Cup this summer, and now all eyes are on the Scottish FA as they look for his replacement.

Despite signing a four-year contract on the eve of the tournament, the 62-year-old opted to leave for pastures new and allow a fresh face to put his, or her, stamp on the team. But who is the leading favourite to take the reins?

Here are the latest odds as to who will be Scotland’s next manager*

All odds are offered by Betfair and are subject to change at any time. Please gamble responsibly.

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