Next Aston Villa manager: Bookies only have eyes for Roberto Di Matteo
If you believe the bookies, there is only one man in the race to become next Aston Villa manager - Roberto Di Matteo.
The former Albion and Chelsea boss is now as short as 1/12 to take the reigns at Villa Park, with many expecting an announcement early this week.
With Nigel Pearson taking the Derby County job, Steve Bruce (5/1) appears to be the main contender to the Italian's West Midlands reunion
Bruce masterminded Hull City's return to the Premier League at the first time of asking, following their 1-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday at Wembley.
But the 55-year-old has asked for more time to consider his future as the Tigers continue to be linked with a takeover of their own.
Bruce still lives in Knowle, while Di Matteo resides in Leamington Spa.
David Moyes (12/1) and Roberto Martinez (10/1) are the next closest in the betting market.
Latest Odds:
Di Matteo: 1/12
Steve Bruce: 5/1
Roberto Martinez: 10/1
David Moyes: 12/1
Mick McCarthy 12/1
Neil Warnock: 16/1
