3. Carlos Carvalhal (Sheffield Wednesday)
It could be argued that Carvalhal has seen the top of the managerial ladder, with a spell at Sporting and a caretaker post at Besiktas, doing nothing spectacular at either of the jobs. However in only his first long-term appointment at Sheffield Wednesday, Carvalhal has impressed critics with the style of play and his transformation of Wednesday from a mid-table Championship side with one constantly at the playoffs, making the top 6 in each full season at the club.
The club currently sit in 15th in the Championship, with a game in hand and 7 points off the top 6.
While things seem to be slipping for the boss, it would be unfair to brush aside his record in the last two seasons. He could make the step up if Wednesday recover or at least he will get another opportunity to set things right as soon as possible.