Premier League’s most loyal managers: The 10 longest reigns at a single club

 In the modern Premier League era, managerial longevity is a rare commodity. With clubs frequently parting ways with their managers, only a select few have managed to endure for over 200 top-flight matches at the same club. 

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Here's a look at the 10 longest-serving managers in Premier League history, who defied the odds and stood the test of time at a single club since the Premier League's inception in 1992-93:

Arsene Wenger (Arsenal) - 7,894 days (October 1, 1996 – May 13, 2018) 

Wenger holds the record as the longest-serving Premier League manager, transforming Arsenal into a modern powerhouse. He won three Premier League titles, including the unbeaten "Invincibles" season in 2003-04, and seven FA Cups.

Sir Alex Ferguson (Manchester United) - 7,640 days (November 6, 1986 – May 19, 2013, Premier League era: 1992–2013)

Ferguson’s 21-year Premier League tenure at United is unmatched in success, with 13 league titles and two Champions League crowns. His total time at United was 26 years, but only the Premier League era counts here.

David Moyes (Everton) - 4,096 days (March 14, 2002 – June 30, 2013)

Moyes brought stability to Everton, consistently achieving top-half finishes with limited resources. He managed 518 games without winning a major trophy but earned widespread respect.

Jurgen Klopp (Liverpool) - 3,168 days (October 8, 2015 – May 19, 2024)

Klopp revitalized Liverpool, winning the Premier League in 2019-20 and the Champions League in 2019. His 2,699 days by February 2023 made him the fourth longest-serving at the time, later surpassing Joe Kinnear.

Joe Kinnear (Wimbledon) - 2,698 days (January 19, 1992 – June 9, 1999, Premier League era: 1992–1999)

Kinnear led the “Crazy Gang” to multiple top-half finishes, including a sixth-place finish in 1993-94. Wimbledon were relegated the season after his departure, highlighting his impact.

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Harry Redknapp (West Ham United) - 2,494 days (August 10, 1994 – May 9, 2001)

Redknapp built a competitive West Ham side, nurturing talents like Frank Lampard and Rio Ferdinand. He led them to the UEFA Intertoto Cup in 1999, securing UEFA Cup qualification.

Rafael Benitez (Liverpool) - 2,191 days (June 16, 2004 – June 3, 2010)

Benitez’s six-year stint included the 2005 Champions League miracle in Istanbul and an FA Cup in 2006. He managed 350 matches, cementing his status as a Liverpool legend.

Sean Dyche (Burnley) - ~2,555 days (October 30, 2012 – April 15, 2022, Premier League seasons: 2014–15, 2016–22)

Dyche’s physical, direct style kept Burnley competitive in the Premier League for seven seasons. His longest continuous Premier League spell was a testament to his resourcefulness.

Sam Allardyce (Bolton Wanderers) - 2,192 days (October 19, 1999 – April 29, 2007)

Allardyce turned Bolton into a top-flight mainstay, achieving top-eight finishes and UEFA Cup qualification. His pragmatic approach maximized limited resources.

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Pep Guardiola (Manchester City) - 3,172 days (July 1, 2016 – present, as of April 16, 2025)

Guardiola, the longest-serving current Premier League manager, has won six Premier League titles and a Champions League by 2025. His ongoing tenure continues to climb this list.