Premier League manager rankings 2025 show Michael Carrick topping the points-per-game chart ahead of Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola

Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick has emerged as the highest-ranked coach in the Premier League based on points per game this season, as the 2025-26 campaign enters its final stretch on Monday, April 27, 2026.

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The latest analysis places Carrick at the top of the standings after a strong run since taking over mid-season, guiding Manchester United into Champions League qualification contention with impressive consistency.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta follows closely behind after leading his side to the top of the league table with 73 points from 34 matches, maintaining steady form across the season.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola sits third in the ranking, narrowly behind Arteta, with his side continuing to push Arsenal in a tight title race.

The rankings, compiled based on points per game for all managers who have overseen at least one Premier League match this season, highlight the impact of mid-season changes and short-term managerial influence across the league.

Several managers from different clubs feature across the list, reflecting a season marked by managerial turnover, tactical shifts, and fluctuating form across the division.

At the lower end of the table, recent appointments and short caretaker spells recorded significantly lower averages, underscoring the challenges faced by struggling sides.

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The data also highlights how closely matched the Premier League title race remains, with fine margins separating the top contenders as the season approaches its decisive phase.