Graham Potter, the former Brighton manager, has surfaced as an unexpected contender to replace Arne Slot as Feyenoord’s coach. Slot is reportedly the leading candidate to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, although he has denied signing a contract with the Reds. Reports indicate that Feyenoord has identified Potter as their preferred choice to fill Slot’s shoes, but competition from Ajax looms large.

Both Feyenoord and Ajax are reportedly admirers of Potter’s tactical acumen, honed during his tenure at Brighton. Despite a challenging stint at Chelsea, which ended in his dismissal in April last year, Potter remains highly regarded in the football world. While he has been linked with various managerial positions, including at Manchester United and with the England national team, Potter is reportedly willing to wait for the right opportunity.

Apart from Potter, Feyenoord is also considering Slot’s former assistant, Marino Pusic, who currently leads Shakhtar Donetsk in the Ukrainian league. Pusic shares Slot’s philosophy of high-pressing, possession-based football. Feyenoord’s promising squad, coupled with Ajax’s prestige, presents enticing options for Potter, who has previous managerial experience abroad with Swedish club Ostersunds. His potential move to the Netherlands signifies a strategic career move for the Englishman.

Feyenoord performance and stats

Feyenoord is currently 2nd in the Eredivisie with 78 points.

In the last 31 games, it has won 23 times, drawn 6 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Feyenoord won 5-0 against PEC Zwolle.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 85 goals and conceding 24.​

Feyenoord will play the next match in Eredivisie against NEC on Sunday 12th of May in Nijmegen.​