Scotland next manager: Roberto Martinez odds tumble after new development

Roberto Martinez could be set for a quick return to the dugout as odds tumble for the former Portugal coach to take the Scotland management job.

The 52-year-old confirmed his departure from the Iberian nation on Wednesday after their elimination in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.

Martinez had been the Portugal manager since 2023 and led the country to a Nations League title in 2025.

However, he could now be set for a quick return to the dugout, with one UK bookmaker slashing the odds of him taking over as Scotland manager down to 8/1.

The Tartan Army are currently searching for a replacement for Steve Clarke, who resigned from his post after they were grouped in the 2026 World Cup.

Scotland are set to host Euro 2028 alongside England, Wales and the Republic of Ireland, and will be looking to put in a memorable display.

Is Roberto Martinez a realistic target for Scotland?

On the face of it, Martinez may not seem a realistic target for Scotland.

The coach has been in charge of Belgium and Portugal in recent years, and was previously successful at Everton and Wigan Athletic.

However, the 52-year-old had been heavily linked to Celtic this year before they confirmed that Martin O’Neill would be staying on as manager for the 2026-27 campaign.

Therefore, Martinez may have an interest in taking a job in Scotland and may be tempted by the national team vacancy.

The chance to manage the Tartan Army as the hosts of Euro 2028 may also be an additional pull for the coach as Scotland look to put their poor World Cup display behind them.

Who are the current favourites for the Scotland job?

As it stands, the current favourite for the Scotland job is David Moyes at 11/4.

The Everton boss has been heavily linked to the job since Clarke’s resignation, despite being in charge of the Premier League outfit.

John McGlynn and Steven Naismith then follow at 7/2, who are yet to be ruled out of the race.

A potential outsider is also Alex Neil, who is the current Millwall boss.

Neil led the Lions to a third-place finish in the Championship last season, but was unable to guide the club to the Premier League via the playoffs.

Nevertheless, it remains to be seen who Scotland will elect to appoint as their next manager this summer.