Motherwell have big shoes to replace this summer as they prepare for life without transformational head coach Jens Berthel Askou.
The popular Danish boss guided the Fir Park outfit to an impressive fourth-placed finish in his debut season in charge, but his achievements saw him snatched away last week, with Berthel Askou agreeing a deal with Ligue 1 side Toulouse.
Due to the play in the Conference League qualifiers next season, the 43-year-old left an undeniable mark on Motherwell and will be extremely hard to replace as the Steelmen look to replicate their excellent form next season.
Will the Motherwell board opt to place their faith in a lesser-known continental boss, or a domestic choice heading into the 2026/27 season? Here are the latest odds for the next permanent Motherwell manager.*
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5. Russell Martin - 4/1
Won just one of his first seven league games in charge of Rangers last season before he was dismissed, and has been out of work since. His style of football was highly criticised during his 123 stint at Ibrox, meaning he would likely to an unpopular choice at Fir Park. | Ian MacNicol/Getty Images Photo: Ian MacNicol/Getty Images
6. Mitchell Van Der Gaag - 3/1
The Dutch centre-back was highly regarded during his time as a player at Motherwell, and has emerged as one of the bookies favourites to succeed Berthel Askou at Fir Park. Out of work since being sacked by FC Zurich last October, he has managed Belenenses, NAC Breda and Jong Ajax during his coaching career, while he also assisted Erik ten Hag during his time at Manchester United. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
7. Henrik Jensen - 3/1
The Danish coach has spent the last two seasons with Burnley as assistant manager, but previously spent time in charge of Kalmar and Fortuna Hjorring. Could Jensen replace his fellow countryman at Motherwell? | Local Library Photo: Local Library
8. Jimmy Thelin - 2/1
The former Aberdeen boss won the Scottish Cup in 2025, but was sacked shortly afterwards after just 18 months in the Pittodrie hot-seat. He is currently third favourite to take over at Motherwell next season. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images