May 2025 Football Manager Transfers: Key Moves and Impacts

Explore the significant football manager transfers in May 2025 across major leagues including the Premier League and Women's Super League.

Major Managerial Changes in May 2025

Ins

  • 6 May: Darrell Clarke makes a return to Bristol Rovers, bringing experience from his previous tenure.

Outs

  • 11 May: Leif Smerud departs from Crystal Palace Women, marking a significant change in the team's leadership.
  • 8 May: Lewis Young leaves Dagenham & Redbridge, creating opportunities for new strategies.
  • 6 May: Tom Cleverley exits Watford, stirring discussions about the club's future direction.
  • 4 May: Inigo Calderon steps down from Bristol Rovers, concluding a notable chapter in the club's history.

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This month's managerial shifts are crucial as they could potentially alter the dynamics of the teams involved. Stay connected for more updates and insights into how these changes will affect the upcoming seasons.

Relation Football Schedule
2025-06-27 Friday

Arda

15:30 International, Club Friendlies

Call

15:30

Sportist Svoge

Otelul Galati

16:00 International, Club Friendlies

Call

16:00

Farul Constanta

Mezokovesd

16:00 International, Club Friendlies

Call

16:00

Ferencvaros

Slovan Liberec

17:00 International, Club Friendlies

Call

17:00

MFK Chrudim

KVC Westerlo

17:00 International, Club Friendlies

Call

17:00

Lierse SK

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