Graham Potter finds himself at the center of a football managerial whirlwind, with potential opportunities in both international and club management. His career trajectory has taken some interesting turns, and his name has recently been linked to two prominent roles in the football world.
After his tenure at Chelsea came to an end in April, Potter’s managerial future has been a topic of much discussion. His time at Chelsea was a mixed bag, with 12 wins in 31 matches, ultimately leading to his dismissal following a disappointing 2-0 loss to Aston Villa.
The first notable rumor surrounding Potter was his potential candidacy for the position of Manchester United’s manager. Recent reports suggested that if INEOS’s Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who is set to acquire a 25 percent minority stake in the club, decided to make changes, Potter might be in the running. Potter’s managerial skills have garnered the admiration of Dave Brailsford, INEOS’s chief, making his possible appointment a serious consideration. Notably, Potter has also been linked to Nice, another club owned by Ratcliffe, and there have been reports of interest from Napoli for his managerial services.
Now, in an unexpected twist, Potter is emerging as a leading candidate to take over as the manager of Sweden’s national team following Janne Anderson’s departure. Sweden’s failure to secure qualification for Euro 2024 has created a vacancy in the national team’s leadership. Potter’s connection to the Swedish football landscape can be traced back to his impressive seven-and-a-half-year stint at Ostersund, where he played a pivotal role in their remarkable ascent from the fourth tier to the Europa League. Swedish FA general secretary Andrea Mllerberg has confirmed Potter’s candidacy for the position, further adding to the intrigue.
With multiple opportunities on the horizon, Potter’s future is shrouded in uncertainty. His decision to accept or reject the role of Sweden’s national team manager could have far-reaching consequences for the managerial landscape of various clubs, including Manchester United. The recent 3-0 defeat to Manchester City has only increased the pressure on Erik ten Hag’s position as the manager of Manchester United.
