We take a look at the contenders to be the next manager of Wales as Craig Bellamy continues to be linked with the vacant position at Burnley.
Bellamy was appointed as Wales manager in July 2024 and he guided the nation into the play-offs for the 2026 World Cup, before losing to Bosnia-Herzegovina on penalties in the semi-finals.
The former Wales striker also spent two years on the coaching staff at Burnley after joining the club when Vincent Kompany was at the helm.
The Clarets are looking to secure a permanent replacement for Scott Parker ahead of their upcoming Championship campaign and it is believed they have now made an official approach for Bellamy.
Here are our top five contenders to be the next Wales manager in the event that Bellamy moves on.
Next Wales Manager Contenders
Rob Edwards
Would it be too soon for Rob Edwards following his recent sacking from Wolverhampton Wanderers?
Edwards was capped 15 times for Wales during his playing career and he has already had a number of jobs in English football.
He may want some time out of the game before plotting his next move but the opportunity to manage your country doesn't come around too often.
Osian Roberts
Osian Roberts has a considerable amount of experience in Welsh football and has been assistant manager to both Chris Coleman and Ryan Giggs before.
He is currently the head of development at Italian side Como and he has overseen a significant transformation at the club.
Roberts was heavily linked to the Wales job before Bellamy was appointed but he ruled himself out of contention.
Steve Cooper
Steve Cooper is out of work after being sacked as Brondby manager last month.
He has experience of managing Swansea City and he knows what international football entails after leading successful England youth teams.
His style of football would endear himself to Wales supporters and he would surely jump at the chance to take the job.
Nathan Jones
Nathan Jones guided Charlton Athletic to promotion from League One in 2024/25 before stablising the club in the Championship last season.
He previously worked wonders during his time at Luton Town and he will be looking to progress with the Addicks next season.
But Jones is a proud Welshman and it would be very difficult for him to turn down the chance to manage his country.
Chris Coleman
They say you should never go back but not everyone has had the impact that Chris Coleman had during his time with Wales.
Coleman famously led Wales to the semi-finals of Euro 2016 despite it being the nation's first major international tournament since the 1958 World Cup.
He has had mixed fortunes at club level since and his potential return would be an emotional one.
