Cambridge United next manager: Ex-Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday man favourite ahead of former Barnsley boss

Former Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday forward Barry Corr has emerged as the favourite to replace Neil Harris as manager of Cambridge United.
Tom Coates
By Tom Coates
Published 22nd Feb 2024, 11:12 BST

Harris recently returned to Millwall, answering an SOS call from the club he has already represented both as a player and manager. He was brought back to The Den after the Lions opted to dismiss Joe Edwards in the midst of a battle for Championship survival.

Corr has taken charge of the U’s on a temporary basis and has been installed as the BetVictor favourite to land the job permanently at 5/1. He sits ahead of second favourite Michael Duff, who is priced at 6/1.

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Duff left Barnsley back in the summer after Swansea City came calling to secure his services. However, his spell in Wales was short-lived and he has not returned to management since the Swans dismissed him.

Barry Corr is currently in temporary charge of Cambridge United. Image: Pete Norton/Getty ImagesBarry Corr is currently in temporary charge of Cambridge United. Image: Pete Norton/Getty Images
Barry Corr is currently in temporary charge of Cambridge United. Image: Pete Norton/Getty Images

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He was linked with a move to Huddersfield Town following Darren Moore’s sacking but the Terriers turned to German coach Andre Breitenreiter.

Behind Duff in the list of favourites is Gary Rowett, who has not taken on a new role since he was relieved of his duties at Millwall in October, He is priced at 6/1, ahead of former QPR boss Gareth Ainsworth at 8/1.

Outside contenders include former Leeds United managers Garry Monk (14/1) and Paul Heckingbottom (16/1).

Cambridge currently sit 17th in the League One table, six points above the relegation zone.

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