5 managers who have underperformed this season (2020/21)

#3 Ronald Koeman (Barcelona)

Ronald Koeman has drawn a mixed reaction for Barcelona fans

Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman may have had his fair share of positive results at the Catalan club but still has plenty of work to do to meet the expectations one of Europe's most successful clubs. Barcelona have endured miserable patches in La Liga this season and Koeman's tactical acumen has consistently come under the spotlight.

Barcelona have already lost matches to Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, and Juventus this season and while their recent resurgence will soften the blow, Koeman will need to build on his progress over the past month and deliver results in the Champions League.

What happens next for Riqui Puig will say a lot about what Barcelona are as a club.📝 for @Eurosport_UKhttps://t.co/2FrrAOZlJx

— Graham Ruthven (@grahamruthven) January 5, 2021

Barcelona's have managed three consecutive three La Liga victories under Ronald Koeman and can potentially grow into a powerful force under the Dutch manager. Koeman does have a few detractors, however, and needs to win silverware this season to win over the Barcelona fanbase.

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#2 Frank Lampard (Chelsea)

Frank Lampard is struggling at Chelsea

Chelsea's slump over the past few weeks has been one of the most shocking elements of the Premier League this season. The Blues seemed to be set for a top-four finish after a positive start to their campaign but a series of upsets have now seen Frank Lampard's side manage only four points from their last six league games.

The Chelsea manager made several headlines with his high-profile signings last year and was tipped to compete for the Premier League title after an eventful transfer window. The likes of Timo Werner and Kai Havertz are yet to adapt to English football, however, and their manager's fortunes have suffered as a result.

"They will prove to be big players for the club"Frank Lampard sent a message to Timo Werner and Kai Havertz's doubters #CFC #FACup https://t.co/MLotMeSNpG

— talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) January 11, 2021

Chelsea have slipped to ninth place in the Premier League standings and have struggled to come to terms with their new set-up. Blues manager Frank Lampard will be well aware of Chelsea's ruthless streak when it comes to managerial appointments and cannot afford many more slip-ups this season.

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#1 Chris Wilder (Sheffield United)

Sheffield United have endured a difficult season

Sheffield United's unmitigated disaster of a season has already made a piece of unwanted history in the Premier League. The Blades have made one of the worst starts to a Premier League season and have managed only two points from their 17 league games.

A combination of untimely departures and unfortunate moments have already condemned Sheffield United to a record-breaking low in the Premier League. Under Chris Wilder, Sheffield United exceeded expectations last season but now find themselves stuck in an irreversible spiral.

The Premier League is becoming increasingly competitive and will several teams involved in a relegation scrap every year, Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder might not be able to keep the Blades in the top flight this year.

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