In 2024/25 season , we are seeing a crop of promising managers in premier league who have demonstrated impressive win rates, shown resilience against top clubs, and driven their teams to score at exceptional rates.
While these coaches may still be building their legacies, their achievements and tactical prowess set them apart as some of the most exciting talents in football management today.
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10. Marco Silva – Fulham
Marco Silva (Fulham): Since July 2021, Silva has established Fulham as a solid Premier League team, known for their organized defense and effective counter-attacking play, ensuring mid-table stability.
9. Ange Postecoglou- Tottenham
Ange Postecoglou (Tottenham Hotspur): Taking charge in June 2023, Postecoglou has instilled an attacking philosophy at Tottenham, leading to an impressive start and earning recognition for his tactical approach.
8. Nuno Espírito Santo – Nottingham Forest
Appointed in November 2023, Nuno has revitalized Nottingham Forest , steering them from relegation battles to challenging for European spots, emphasizing disciplined defense and effective attacking strategies.
7. Enzo Maresca- Chelsea
Enzo Maresca (Chelsea): Joining Chelsea in July 2024, Maresca has begun to implement his vision, aiming to restore the club’s status among the Premier League elite, with early signs of progress.
6. Unai Emery – Aston Villa
Unai Emery (Aston Villa): Appointed in November 2022, Emery has propelled Aston Villa into European contention, showcasing his tactical expertise and ability to maximize player potential.
5. Thomas Frank – Brentford
Thomas Frank (Brentford): Since October 2018, Frank has guided Brentford from the Championship to becoming a competitive Premier League side, known for their cohesive team play and resilience.
4. Fabian Hürzeler – Brighton
Fabian Hürzeler (Brighton & Hove Albion): Appointed in July 2024, Hürzeler has continued Brighton’s tradition of attractive football, achieving commendable results and maintaining the club’s competitive stature in the league.
3. Pep Guardiola – Man city
Widely regarded as the best and biggest manager in football today, Pep Guardiola earned his accolades from the city of Barcelona to Munich and now Manchester City.
Pep Guardiola is also one of the most successful football managers in football history, as he is always winning at least one trophy every season.
This year, he led the team to their fourth Premier League title in five years and led them to the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League after securing their debut UEFA Champions League final in the 2020/2021 season.
2. Arne Slot – Liverpool
Arne Slot (Liverpool): Joining Liverpool in June 2024, Slot has made a historic start, winning 15 of his first 17 matches and leading the team to the top of the Premier League table, demonstrating exceptional managerial capabilities.
1. Mikel Arteta – Arsenal
Mikel Arteta looked as if he may be another failed experiment at Arsenal, but the Spaniard has slowly built his side into an immense force following some clever recruitment and tactical tweaks.
The Gunners have twice come close to winning the Premier League title and would have claimed a first since 2003/04 if it hadn’t been for Arteta’s mentor Pep Guardiola.
Another hugely talented Spanish coach, Arsenal’s future and present are in safe hands with their former midfielder.
