The 33-year-old former RC Lens boss has not returned to management since his dismissal at Southampton earlier in the campaign. He's rated as an outsider for the Fir Park role.placeholder image
The 33-year-old former RC Lens boss has not returned to management since his dismissal at Southampton earlier in the campaign. He's rated as an outsider for the Fir Park role. | Danny Lawson/PA Wire

Next Motherwell manager odds: Ex-Hearts, Celtic and Rangers men join Fir Park hero amongst favourites for role

By Graham Falk

Sports Writer

Published 28th May 2026, 13:17 GMT

Motherwell are searching for Jens Berthel Askou’s successor ahead of next season.

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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Sacked by Championship side Ayr United after a wretched run of form last season, the ex-Celtic captain has also had managerial experienced with Fleetwood Town. He is second favourite to land the Fir Park role at 5/4.

9. Scott Brown - 5/4

Sacked by Championship side Ayr United after a wretched run of form last season, the ex-Celtic captain has also had managerial experienced with Fleetwood Town. He is second favourite to land the Fir Park role at 5/4. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

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The Falkirk boss led his side to back-to-back promotions, before he sealed a top half finish on their return to the Premiership. He is the leading favourite to take over at Fir Park this summer. McGlynn would be a huge loss to Falkirk if the move were to happen.

10. John McGlynn - 5/6

The Falkirk boss led his side to back-to-back promotions, before he sealed a top half finish on their return to the Premiership. He is the leading favourite to take over at Fir Park this summer. McGlynn would be a huge loss to Falkirk if the move were to happen. | (Photo: Rob Casey/SNS Group) Photo: SNS Group

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