Record number of new managers for Premier League season like no other
Summary
The 2026-27 Premier League season will start with a record nine clubs having new permanent managers, the most in the league’s history. Many top teams like Liverpool, Manchester City, and Chelsea have changed managers, creating a very different landscape from previous seasons.Key Facts
- Nine Premier League clubs begin the season with new permanent managers.
- This is the highest number of new managers for an opening weekend in Premier League history.
- Previous record was eight new managers in the 2016-17 season.
- Liverpool hired Andoni Iraola after sacking Arne Slot.
- Manchester City appointed Enzo Maresca after Pep Guardiola resigned.
- Chelsea’s new manager is Xabi Alonso, replacing Liam Rosenior.
- Other new managers include Marco Rose (Bournemouth), Oliver Glasner (Nottingham Forest), Pierre Sage (Crystal Palace), Alvaro Arbeloa (Fulham), Gary O’Neil (Ipswich Town), and Matthias Jaissle (expected for Newcastle United).
- Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta is now the longest-serving Premier League manager, leading since 2019.
- Manchester United has had seven permanent managers since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.
- The season will test the idea of a “new manager bounce,” where teams often improve shortly after hiring a new coach.
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