Leicester City’s slide towards the relegation zone, caused by a last minute defeat to Crystal Palace on Saturday and Chelsea’s slump in mid-table meant Rodgers and Potter were axed by their employers.
There have been 12 managerial changes in the top-flight this season and there could yet be a couple more before the season comes to a close.
With less than a third of the season to go, managers up and down the division could still be sweating over their future with results becoming more and more crucial as the games tick by.
Here, according to Sky Bet, we take a look at which Premier League managers could be next to leave their current post.
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9. Javi Gracia (25/1)
Gracia was the man chosen by Leeds United to drag them away from relegation danger. Gracia’s side were defeated by Arsenal at the weekend as results around them dragged them into real danger. Photo: GLYN KIRK
10. Jurgen Klopp (20/1)
Liverpool have had an up and down season and had looked like turning the corner a few weeks ago. However, recent defeats, including a heavy one against Manchester City, have reminded everyone just how far the Reds have fallen this campaign. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
11. Gary O’Neil (20/1)
Bournemouth have enjoyed a couple of good results recently with a win over Fulham on Saturday moving them out of the relegation zone. O’Neil has impressed in his first job as a manager and will be hoping to keep the Cherries above the drop zone. Photo: Steve Bardens
12. Cristian Stellini (18/1)
Stellini will stay on at Spurs despite Conte’s departure. He has had a decent record whilst in charge of Spurs this season during Conte’s absences. Photo: Clive Rose