Everton’s struggles at the bottom of the table mean Frank Lampard is seemingly set to be the next Premier League managerial casualty of the season.
But such is the situation at the bottom of the table, there will be plenty of managers feeling the heat as the January window approaches with managerial changes often impacting business in the transfer market.
For once at Newcastle though, the managerial situation looks calm as Eddie Howe and his team continue to lead Newcastle’s assault on the top end of the table - but what about their rivals?
Here, according to the bookies, we take a look at which Premier League managers could be fearing the sack and which are viewed as being relatively comfortable in their current post.
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(note: all odds correct at time of writing)
5. Roberto De Zerbi (100/1)
Replacing Graham Potter as Brighton boss was always going to be a tricky proposition, however, De Zerbi has been able to stamp his mark on the side and keep Brighton ticking over at the top end of the division. Photo: Warren Little
6. Unai Emery (100/1)
Emery has enjoyed a good start to life at Villa Park and has seen his side drag themselves away from relegation danger. Photo: Andrew Powell
7. Erik ten Hag (100/1)
The Manchester United boss had a tricky start to life at Old Trafford but has been able to stamp his mark on the side and get the Red Devil’s into a very promising league position as the halfway mark of the season passes. Photo: Ash Donelon
8. Steve Cooper (100/1)
After a few shaky moments, Cooper has transformed Nottingham Forest’s fortunes as they bid for survival in their first season back in the Premier League. Forest sit four points above the relegation places and are into the Carabao Cup semi-finals. Photo: OLI SCARFF