Top 25 Premier League Managers with the Most Wins: From Fewest to Most

April 30, 2025 Marcus Dam

From tactical masterminds to passionate motivators, the Premier League has hosted some of football’s most iconic managers. Whether it’s dynasties built over decades or short-term brilliance, the following list highlights the 25 managers with the most Premier League wins, sorted from the fewest to the most.
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25. George Graham – 103 wins

The Arsenal disciplinarian brought grit and silverware to Highbury, laying the foundations for Wenger’s revolution.

24. Alan Curbishley – 108 wins

A consistent figure at Charlton, guiding them to long-term Premier League stability.

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23. Claudio Ranieri – 109 wins

Before and after Leicester’s miracle, Ranieri managed multiple Premier League clubs — but 2016 made him immortal.

22. Alan Pardew – 109 wins

Charismatic and controversial, Pardew led several clubs including West Ham, Newcastle and Crystal Palace.

21. David O’Leary – 112 wins

Known for his exciting young Leeds team of the early 2000s — and a Champions League semi-final.

20. Kenny Dalglish – 115 wins

“King Kenny” returned to the top flight with Liverpool and Newcastle, mixing legacy and leadership.

19. Kevin Keegan – 116 wins

“Entertainers” was the keyword during his thrilling Newcastle tenure in the ‘90s — so close, yet so far.

18. Gérard Houllier – 120 wins

Modernised Liverpool with a continental touch, securing a cup treble in 2001.

17. Mikel Arteta – 121 wins

Arsenal’s current architect, blending Pep’s influence with his own tactical identity in a promising new era.

16. Eddie Howe – 125 wins

Transformed Bournemouth into a Premier League side, and now building a contender at Newcastle.

15. Martin O’Neill – 130 wins

Led Leicester and Aston Villa to respectable top-half finishes with intense, disciplined football.

14. Steve Bruce – 133 wins

Managed multiple clubs across the league, often trusted to stabilise sides in trouble.

13. Roy Hodgson – 136 wins

The evergreen manager has been everywhere — Fulham, West Brom, Palace — with tactical organisation and calm authority.

12. Brendan Rodgers – 139 wins

Developed dynamic attacking sides at Liverpool and Leicester, including FA Cup glory with the Foxes.

11. Mauricio Pochettino – 150 wins

Took Spurs to new heights — including a Champions League final — with an energetic, high-pressing game.

10. Mark Hughes – 157 wins

Steered Blackburn, Man City, and Stoke with a solid, combative style during the 2000s and 2010s.

9. Rafael Benítez – 173 wins

A meticulous tactician who won hearts at Liverpool and saved Newcastle from the brink.

8. Sam Allardyce – 178 wins

Survival specialist, famous for keeping struggling sides afloat with pragmatism and experience.

7. Jürgen Klopp – 209 wins

Jurgen Klopp celebrates with his players — MDI / Shutterstock.com

The mastermind behind Liverpool’s resurgence — Premier League, Champions League, and records galore.

6. José Mourinho – 217 wins

Jose Mourinho — Marco Iacobucci Epp / Shutterstock.com

“The Special One” brought titles to Chelsea and winning mentality to every club he managed.

5. Harry Redknapp – 236 wins

A wheeler-dealer with charm and attacking flair — most fondly remembered for his time at West Ham and Spurs.

4. Pep Guardiola – 242 wins

A footballing perfectionist. Has turned Manchester City into one of the most dominant sides in English football history.

3. David Moyes – 273 wins

Long-serving Everton boss, reborn at West Ham — the league’s most enduring manager after Ferguson and Wenger.

2. Arsène Wenger – 475 wins

The revolutionary who changed English football forever — style, science, and an Invincible season.

1. Sir Alex Ferguson – 528 wins

The greatest. 13 Premier League titles, 528 wins, and a legacy unmatched in world football.