Aberdeen are on the lookout for a new manager after opting to sack head coach Jimmy Thelin last weekend following a 1-0 defeat to Falkirk in the Scottish Premiership.
Just under eight months from winning the Scottish Cup with a penalty shootout win over Celtic, the Swedish head coach has paid the price for a disappointing first half of the Scottish Premiership campaign that has seen them win just seven of their opening 20 league games.
Upon his departure, the 47-year-old left a classy message to his former club, saying: “I would like to thank the players for their commitment and effort during my time as their coach, and the staff who worked every day with loyalty and pride. I would also like to thank the supporters. Your passion for your team never waivers, even in disappointment.”
Peter Leven has been placed in temporary charge, but he has been unable to turn fortunes around at Pittodrie, with back-to-back league defeats to Rangers coming in his two games as caretaker boss.
With Aberdeen now in search of a new head coach, we look at the favourites for the Pittodrie job. Here are the latest odds for the next permanent Aberdeen manager.*
*All odds are offered by BetVictor and can change at any time. Please gamble responsibly.
9. Steven Naismith - 33/1
Currently coaching with the Scotland national team, Naismith has been involved in management since being sacked by Hearts early last season. Would he leave his current role in a World Cup year for a chance to manage at Pittodrie, though? | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
10. Robert Klauß - 20/1
Another new name in the frame is that of the 41-year-old former SK Rapid head coach. He's priced at 20/1 for the Pittodrie role. | Getty Images
11. Ronny Deila - 20/1
The former Celtic boss won the title during his time in the Scottish Premiership, and is currently out of work having departed Atlanta United at the end of the MLS season. | Getty Images
12. Uwe Rosler - 16/1
The ex-Brentford boss has previously worked with Aberdeen sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel at Fortuna Düsseldorf, and has entered the betting in recent days. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images