The search is on for Plymouth Argyle’s next manager, and all signs point to former Arsenal star Jack Wilshere as the frontrunner.
After the club’s recent relegation to League One, the Pilgrims are eager to find a new boss who can steer them back toward the Championship — and Wilshere’s name is topping the betting odds.
Plymouth Argyle’s Managerial Shuffle and Challenges
Plymouth has had a turbulent few months on the managerial front.
Wayne Rooney, who managed the team from May 2024 until the end of that year, left after winning just five out of 25 matches.
He was replaced by Miron Muslic in January 2025, but the Austrian coach recently surprised everyone by quitting after only four months.
Muslic’s move to German club Schalke didn’t sit well with Plymouth’s hierarchy.
The club issued a statement explaining their disappointment, highlighting how they had supported Muslic with a clear structure and new signings.
They also emphasized that Muslic had repeatedly promised to commit fully to Plymouth’s promotion push before deciding to leave to be closer to his family after years away.
Wilshere’s Journey from Player to Manager
Jack Wilshere is no stranger to coaching ambitions.
Just days after retiring as a player in July 2022, he took over as head coach of Arsenal’s Under-18s.
His first season was a success, guiding the young Gunners to the FA Youth Cup final, which helped establish his credentials as a promising coach.
In April 2025, Wilshere stepped up as interim manager at Norwich City for the final two games of their season.
His short stint included a solid 0-0 draw against Middlesbrough that ended a losing streak, followed by an entertaining 4-2 win over Cardiff City.
These results gave a glimpse of his potential to manage at senior levels.
What’s Next for Wilshere and Plymouth Argyle?
With Miron Muslic’s departure, Plymouth is now actively searching for a permanent manager who can rebuild the team and mount a serious challenge to get back into the Championship.
Other names like David Wagner, Ian Evatt, Adin Osmanbasic, Des Buckingham, and Jim Goodwin have been linked with the job, but bookmakers currently see Wilshere as the favourite.
For Wilshere, this opportunity represents a major step in his managerial career — a chance to prove he can lead a club through tough times and out of the lower leagues.
Plymouth fans will be watching closely, hopeful that their next manager can bring stability and success back to Home Park.