Oxford United manager Liam Manning set to depart for Bristol City
Bookmakers install DES Buckingham and Luke Williams as frontrunners to replace Manning
Manning's departure would be a blow to Oxford after a successful spell in charge
Oxford United manager Liam Manning is set to leave the club to take over at Championship side Bristol City, according to BBC Sport. Manning has been in charge of Oxford since 2021 and has guided the club to promotion from League One last season. He has also led Oxford to the third round of the FA Cup this season, where they will face Arsenal.
Manning's departure would be a blow to Oxford, who have been one of the most successful clubs in League One under his management. The club are currently fifth in the table and are pushing for a place in the Championship. Manning's replacement will have a tough task on their hands to maintain the club's progress.
DES Buckingham, who is currently in charge of MK Dons, and Luke Williams, who is currently in charge of Swindon Town, are the bookmakers' frontrunners to replace Manning. Buckingham has a good track record in League One, having led MK Dons to the play-offs last season. Williams has also had success in League One, having won the title with Swindon in 2020.
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