Graham Potter spotted watching Premier League rivals amid Man United next manager links
11.05.2024 - 14:01
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Graham Potter is in attendance at Tottenham Hotspur's match with Burnley in London as the Englishman continues to be linked with the Manchester United managerial job.
Potter has been without a role since being sacked by Chelsea in April 2023. He has since been suggested to take over at a number of clubs, most recently Dutch giants Ajax, who he reportedly rebuffed for a second time amid continuing links to United.
The job at Old Trafford is not vacant of course - it is currently held by Erik ten Hag. However, with performances and results coming under fire throughout the 2023/24 campaign the Dutchman is under increasing pressure - even more so following Monday night's 4-0 drubbing at the hands of Crystal Palace.
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Potter currently sits third favourite amongst bookmakers at 5/1 to be the replacement in the Manchester United dugout, should drastic action be taken ahead of next season. Only Thomas Tuchel (6/4) and Gareth Southgate (3/1) have shorter odds.
And whilst this speculation unfolds, the 48-year-old is distancing himself by taking in the action at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this afternoon:
The reason why he is at the match is unknown, other than to enjoy a Premier League fixture. The Spurs job appears safe under Ange Postecoglou despite recent poor form, whilst Burnley - who are on the verge of relegation - have not been linked.
It follows two interesting patterns too. Firstly, this is not the first time Potter has been seen at a top-flight fixture this season as back in January he was spotted taking in Arsenal vs