Next Plymouth Manager Odds: Miron Muslic leaves to join Schalke
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They are looking for a new manager after revealing Miron Muslic has left the club for Schalke following the end of the season.
The Bosnia-born Austrian almost guided Argyle to safety having replaced Wayne Rooney with the club deep in trouble.
Plymouth will be back in League One next season but must first find a new manager, with the likes of Des Buckingham and David Wagner on the shortlist with online betting sites.
Free Bets has had a look at the potential candidates for the Plymouth job.
Next Plymouth Manager Odds
| Candidates | Odds (Next Plymouth Argyle Manager) |
| Brian Barry-Murphy | Evens |
| Tom Cleverley | 2/1 |
| Des Buckingham | 9/4 |
| Jack Wilshere | 6/1 |
| Ian Evatt | 14/1 |
Brian Barry-Murphy
Brian Barry-Murphy would be a smart appointment for Plymouth as they look to stabilise and push forward in the Championship.
The former Rochdale boss is highly regarded for his calm, thoughtful approach and commitment to playing attractive, possession-based football—something that would align well with Plymouth’s recent style and ambition to grow sustainably.
During his time at Rochdale, Barry-Murphy gained praise for developing young talent and working effectively with limited resources. Since then, he’s been part of Manchester City’s elite development setup, helping guide emerging players in one of the world’s top academies.
That mix of lower-league experience and exposure to elite-level coaching makes him an appealing candidate. He knows how to build a squad, develop a clear identity, and bring through young talent—perfect for a club like Plymouth looking to cement their place in the second tier.
He’s a progressive, modern coach who could be a great long-term fit.
Tom Cleverley
Tom Cleverley could be a smart appointment for Plymouth Argyle as they look to build stability and ambition in the Championship.
While still early in his managerial career, Cleverley made a strong impression in Watford’s youth setup and then as the main man, showing a clear understanding of modern tactics and player development before becomign the latest in a long line of managerial casualties last season.
As a former Premier League and England midfielder, he brings top-level experience and a strong footballing education from his time at Manchester United, Everton, and Aston Villa. That background could be key in guiding a young Plymouth squad and attracting emerging talent.
Cleverley is also known for his professionalism and work ethic – qualities that align well with Plymouth’s culture and the challenges of a long Championship campaign.
He’d offer fresh energy, a modern outlook, and a point to prove – exactly the kind of profile that can inject momentum into a club looking to make real progress next season.
Des Buckingham
Des Buckingham has emerged as one of the most progressive young coaches in English football, making him a compelling candidate to replace Miron Muslic.
Previously at Oxford before losing his job this past season, Buckingham also had a spell in India with Mumbai City, where he implemented an attacking, possession-heavy style that won plaudits.
His coaching pedigree is built on clarity, structure, and youth development—traits that align closely with Plymouth’s long-term philosophy.
At Oxford, he built a team that punches above its weight and plays a proactive brand of football, and his promotion from League One before will be a big tick in the eyes of the Plymouth hierarchy as they seek to get back to the second tier.
Importantly, Buckingham represents continuity in values, even if he’d bring a different tactical identity.
If Plymouth want to develop an identity-driven project rather than chase survival alone, Buckingham would be a very smart fit.
Jack Wilshere
Jack Wilshere could be a smart and exciting appointment for Plymouth Argyle as they look to bounce back and build for the future.
Wilshere began his coaching career with the Arsenal youth teams but quickly established a positive reputation, and after being made part of the backroom staff at Norwich last season he stepped up for his first taste of senior management in the last few games of the season.
He was only hired on an interim basis, but ever since leaving the Canaries at the end of the season he has been linked with a number of management positions, so it looks like he enjoyed his taste of the top job and we can expect to see him in a dugout somewhere in the EFL.
He also brings fresh energy, a big-name profile, and valuable experience from his playing days at the highest level, which could help attract players and raise standards within the squad. His connection to the modern game, understanding of young players, and hunger to prove himself as a coach make him an intriguing option.
Plymouth have shown ambition in recent seasons, and backing a young, forward-thinking coach like Wilshere could be the kind of bold move that sets them on the right path again.
Ian Evatt
Ian Evatt built a strong reputation at Bolton in his five years there, with his fluid, expansive style pivotal in their progression from League Two to becoming a strong League One outfit.
He favours a possession-based system that focuses on building from the back—traits that would bring a clear identity to Plymouth’s play if he were appointed.
Evatt is known for his confidence, tactical clarity, and willingness to develop players, making him a viable long-term project manager.
Evatt fits the bill for a club that values a progressive style and is ready to back a manager over time. If Argyle want to grow with their next boss, Evatt is a smart, upwardly mobile choice.
They are likely to face competition for his services however, with Cardiff one of the clubs heavily linked with him.
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