Sheffield United: How the bookies have reacted to Chris Wilder being linked with West Ham United

As a rapidly increasing number of pundits begin to cotton on to the quality of Sheffield United's Chris Wilder, it's only natural that his name will start to be linked with a host of other high profile positions. Most recently, the Blades boss has been tipped to replace Manuel Pellegrini at West Ham United.

By Richie Boon

Published 26th Nov 2019, 11:34 BST

Updated 26th Nov 2019, 11:36 BST

While they may have gotten the 2016 US election and the Brexit referendum results spectacularly wrong, the bookmakers do quite often get it right, so we've had a look at how Sky Bet rate Wilder's chances of actually becoming the next Hammers boss.

1. Mikel Arteta - 33/1

He's continuing to gain experience as Pep Guardiola's right-hand man at Manchester City, but has been linked with a host of jobs in recent times. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) Photo: Michael Regan

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2. Mark Hughes - 33/1

Hughesy last managed Southampton back in 2018, and has been on the lookout for a new club for a while now. (Photo credit: GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: GLYN KIRK

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3. Marcelo Bielsa - 33/1

His Leeds United are flying in the Championship, and with rumours of a takeover intensifying, it would be a bold call to chuck it all in at this stage. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Photo: George Wood

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4. Carlo Ancelotti - 33/1

The former Chelsea boss is currently at Napoli, who are a long way off challenging for the Serie A title. A move to the Hammers would surely be a step down, though.. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images) Photo: Francesco Pecoraro

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