Good Morning. It's Friday 14th November, and here are the latest headlines from Elland Road...
Corberán odds tumble
Whilst a managerial change at Leeds United in the immediate future appears unlikely, recent shifts in betting patterns have sparked excitement among Whites fans. The Elland Road hot seat, currently occupied by Daniel Farke, has seen a reshuffling of potential successors, with notable movements among the favourites.
Former Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig boss Marco Rose opened as hot favourite at 11/8 with talkSport Bets but has since drifted to 13/8. Close behind is Brendan Rodgers, whose odds have shortened slightly from 3/1 to 5/2, reflecting growing confidence in his candidacy. The biggest surprise, however, is Carlos Corberán, who was initially omitted from a 38-strong contender list but has surged to third favourite at 4/1. Given his three-year spell at Leeds from 2017 to 2020 under Marcelo Bielsa, and his successful stints at Huddersfield Town, West Bromwich Albion, and now Valencia, his sudden rise has captured attention.
Corberán is lauded for his tactical nous, ability to extract maximum performance from limited resources, and defensive organisation. Yet, at 40 years old, he remains a relatively fresh face in management—bringing both risk and excitement to a Premier League appointment. By contrast, Brendan Rodgers boasts silverware from Celtic and Leicester, established player development skills, and top-flight experience, though some critics point to mixed results in the transfer market.
Farke has four games to turn things around, but a poor result against Aston Villa will test the resolve of 49ers Enterprises. Whether the future brings an accomplished trophy-winner like Rodgers, a Bundesliga strategist such as Rose, or the return of the innovative and passionate Corberán, speculation is unlikely to disappear any time soon.
Three horse race - who would you choose?
Daniel Farke’s tenure at Leeds United is highly unlikely to run the course of the season, even if he conjures a remarkable turnaround in the next four games; it's just the climate of modern day football. Looking at the top three contenders, tipped to oust the German are Marco Rose, Brendan Rodgers, and Carlos Corberán. Each present a compelling case why they should be next in line for the Elland Road hot seat!
Rose’s aggressive, high-pressing style would dovetail neatly with Leeds’ tradition of dynamic, attacking football, aligning with the high-intensity ethos the Elland Road faithful have long admired. His commitment to counter-pressing and tactical flexibility across systems like 4-4-2, 4-3-3, and 4-2-3-1 suggests he could both entertain and adapt to the Premier League’s demands.
Corberán, meanwhile, carries an emotional connection to the club, having served under Marcelo Bielsa and earned respect for his tactical intelligence and ability to elevate squads with limited resources. His climb to third favourite in betting odds is telling, yet his relatively short managerial résumé could be seen as a calculated gamble, potentially worth taking for a manager capable of marrying defensive discipline with intelligent build-up play.
Rodgers, on the other hand, is the proven performer: a decorated career boasting domestic dominance at Celtic, FA Cup glory with Leicester City, and a track record of player development at the highest level. While questions linger over his recruitment record, he's the only one of the three with Premier League experience. Ultimately, the fans’ choice could hinge on whether they value tactical evolution steeped in club history, proven silverware-winning credibility, or a bold, emotionally charged gamble on a rising star.
Below are the latest odds from talkSport Bets:
Marco Rose – 13/8
Brendan Rodgers – 5/2
Carlos Corberán – 4/1
Steven Gerrard – 8/1
Gary O’Neil – 16/1
Inigo Perez – 20/1
Erik ten Hag – 20/1
Michael Carrick – 20/1
Ange Postecoglou – 20/1
Mark Robins – 20/1
Kjetil Knutsen – 20/1
Robbie Keane – 25/1
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer – 25/1
Sergio Conceicao – 25/1
Ralph Hasenhuttl – 25/1
Kevin Muscat – 25/1
Edin Terzic – 25/1
Giovanni van Bronckhorst – 25/1
Adi Hutter – 25/1
Russell Martin – 25/1
Derek McInnes – 25/1
Frank Lampard – 25/1
Gareth Southgate – 25/1
David Moyes – 33/1
Rui Borges – 33/1
Rui Vitoria – 33/1
Eduardo Coudet – 33/1
Thiago Motta – 33/1
Igor Tudor – 33/1
Gennaro Gattuso – 33/1
Henrik Rydström – 33/1
Michael Skubala – 33/1
Michael Beale – 33/1
Ruud van Nistelrooy – 33/1
Jose Luis Mendilibar – 33/1
Pedro Martins – 33/1
Bruno Lage – 33/1
Carlos Carvalhal – 33/1
Steve Clarke – 33/1
