The surprising favourites to become Sunderland AFC's next manager as bookmakers' odds take early twist

Sunderland AFC are in the hunt for a new manager – and the bookmakers have had their say over who could land the job

By Mark Donnelly

Published 30th Nov 2020, 08:00 BST

Updated 30th Nov 2020, 08:20 BST

With Phil Parkinson having been relieved of his duties, the Black Cats now turn their attentions to finding a replacement in the dugout.

And SkyBet have already dished out their odds for the vacancy, with some surprising and familiar names in the fray.

Scroll down to see who the bookmakers are tipping to take the job at the Stadium of Light:

1. Lee Cattermole

Odds to become next Sunderland AFC manager: 33/1 Photo: Mark Runnacles

Odds to become next Sunderland AFC manager: 33/1 Photo: NICK POTTS

Odds to become next Sunderland AFC manager: 28/1 Photo: Lewis Storey

Odds to become next Sunderland AFC manager: 25/1 Photo: Ian MacNicol