Every Premier League manager and their Alan Partridge character alter egoEvery Premier League manager and their Alan Partridge character alter ego
Every Premier League manager and their Alan Partridge character alter ego

Every Premier League manager and their Alan Partridge character alter ego

By Richie Boon
6th May 2021, 12:00pm
“Jet from Gladiators to host a millennium barn dance at the King Power Stadium. Properly policed. It must not, I repeat not, turn into an all-night rave.”

Attender of international boat shows, voracious consumer of boiled egg baguettes, wearer of tan string-back driving gloves: Alan Gordon Partridge is back on the BBC, after landing a second series of 'This Time With Alan Partridge'.

Over the years, we've seen Alan evolve (rather than revolve) quite magnificently, as Steve Coogan's genius creation continues to be expertly honed via TV shows, books, podcasts, and even a film.

Now, we've previously delved into the US version of 'The Office' to pair up its characters with Premier League managers - as one does - and the time has come to see how they fit into the world of Alan Partridge.

So, crack open a shop-soiled Chocolate Orange, stick on the 'Black Beauty' theme music, and enjoy our rundown of every Premier League manager's Alan Partridge character alter ego:

Now, we've previously delved into the US version of 'The Office' to pair up its characters with Premier League managers - as one does - and the time has come to see how they fit into the world of Alan Partridge.

Every Premier League manager and their Alan Partridge character alter ego

. LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 24: Steve Coogan as Alan Partridge travels by helicopter from Norwich to London after attending the 'Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa' World Premiere Day at Hollywood Cinema Norwich on July 24, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images for Studiocanal)

Every Premier League manager and their Alan Partridge character alter ego Photo: Tim P. Whitby

Roaring "Move! And fire! Move! and fire!" at a bewildered Joelinton on the training ground, Bruce is the very essence of Michael the Geordie handyman. If things turn sour at Newcastle United, expect him to pitch up at a petrol station kiosk near you.

. Steve Bruce - Michael

Roaring "Move! And fire! Move! and fire!" at a bewildered Joelinton on the training ground, Bruce is the very essence of Michael the Geordie handyman. If things turn sour at Newcastle United, expect him to pitch up at a petrol station kiosk near you. Photo: Ian MacNicol

A largely laid back character, the Brighton boss probably enjoys nothing more than a whistle-stop tour of an owl sanctuary followed by a £6 all-you-can-eat buffet supper at the local travel tavern. His views on the uses of chocolate mousse are unknown.

. Graham Potter - Jill

A largely laid back character, the Brighton boss probably enjoys nothing more than a whistle-stop tour of an owl sanctuary followed by a £6 all-you-can-eat buffet supper at the local travel tavern. His views on the uses of chocolate mousse are unknown. Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS

Beware the nice ones, as they say. By the end of Series One of 'I'm Alan Partridge', Alan's antics finally drove the previously unflappable receptionist to unleash a furious tirade of abuse. Expect to see Ole go the same way when Anthony Martial misses his 20th sitter of the season.

. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer - Susan from reception

Beware the nice ones, as they say. By the end of Series One of 'I'm Alan Partridge', Alan's antics finally drove the previously unflappable receptionist to unleash a furious tirade of abuse. Expect to see Ole go the same way when Anthony Martial misses his 20th sitter of the season. Photo: PETER POWELL

'Obsession' is the key word here. His bizarre interest in Nathan Redmond, for example, is eerily similar to Maxwell's pursuit of Partridge. Does the Man City coach take his post-match Cabernet Sauvignon in an Arielator? Almost certainly. That mysterious brother-in-law from Leeds he mentions? Marcelo Bielsa. Back of the net!

. Pep Guardiola - Jed Maxwell

'Obsession' is the key word here. His bizarre interest in Nathan Redmond, for example, is eerily similar to Maxwell's pursuit of Partridge. Does the Man City coach take his post-match Cabernet Sauvignon in an Arielator? Almost certainly. That mysterious brother-in-law from Leeds he mentions? Marcelo Bielsa. Back of the net! Photo: Pool

Drenched in Lynx Voodoo and clutching a hearty pint of Director's Bitter, it's easy to imagine the West Brom boss manning a thriving kitchen warehouse on the A416. Blanking reporters post-match as they desperately howl: "Sam! Sam! Sam!" across a car park fits pretty nicely too. In off the red!

. Sam Allardyce - Dan Moody

Drenched in Lynx Voodoo and clutching a hearty pint of Director's Bitter, it's easy to imagine the West Brom boss manning a thriving kitchen warehouse on the A416. Blanking reporters post-match as they desperately howl: "Sam! Sam! Sam!" across a car park fits pretty nicely too. In off the red! Photo: MICHAEL STEELE

The youngest, slickest manager in the Premier League, the Spurs interim bosses' favourite Beatles album 100% isn't 'The Best of the Beatles'. He has the tech skills to set up your hotel room TV with the desired channels as well, you'd think.

. Ryan Mason - Ben the bellboy

The youngest, slickest manager in the Premier League, the Spurs interim bosses' favourite Beatles album 100% isn't 'The Best of the Beatles'. He has the tech skills to set up your hotel room TV with the desired channels as well, you'd think. Photo: CARL RECINE

Much like Moyes at Everton, Clifton was cruising along nicely before crashing down in a truly Real Sociedadian fashion. And like Clifton at North Norfolk Digital, his first-namesake is living the high life again with West Ham United. Kiss my face - that's a lovely fit.

. David Moyes - Dave Clifton

Much like Moyes at Everton, Clifton was cruising along nicely before crashing down in a truly Real Sociedadian fashion. And like Clifton at North Norfolk Digital, his first-namesake is living the high life again with West Ham United. Kiss my face - that's a lovely fit. Photo: GARETH COPLEY

A left field one here, but hear us out. Dogs are renowned for their loyalty, and Dyche has been faithful as they come with the Clarets, sticking with them through thick and thin since 2012. Burnley's chairman doesn't have to slide meat slices under the door to subdue a furious Sean all that often, though.

17. Sean Dyche - Seldom the dog

A left field one here, but hear us out. Dogs are renowned for their loyalty, and Dyche has been faithful as they come with the Clarets, sticking with them through thick and thin since 2012. Burnley's chairman doesn't have to slide meat slices under the door to subdue a furious Sean all that often, though. Photo: MARTIN RICKETT

The director of Dante's Fires' attempts to get Alan to host his conference ended in disaster. Fulham's Scott Parker is facing a similar issue with his struggling squad, who are haplessly drifting towards relegation. Hopefully Alexander Mitrovic won't pierce his foot on a spike before the season ends. Parker's jacket is pure Partridge, mind!

18. Scott Parker - Piet Morant

The director of Dante's Fires' attempts to get Alan to host his conference ended in disaster. Fulham's Scott Parker is facing a similar issue with his struggling squad, who are haplessly drifting towards relegation. Hopefully Alexander Mitrovic won't pierce his foot on a spike before the season ends. Parker's jacket is pure Partridge, mind! Photo: CLIVE BRUNSKILL

You need some serious charisma and chutzpah to successfully co-host a prime-time chat show, and both the Liverpool manager and the TTWAP star boast these qualities in abundance. Also, when the mask slips, their fading smiles are absolutely terrifying.

19. Jurgen Klopp - Jennie Gresham

You need some serious charisma and chutzpah to successfully co-host a prime-time chat show, and both the Liverpool manager and the TTWAP star boast these qualities in abundance. Also, when the mask slips, their fading smiles are absolutely terrifying. Photo: David Balogh

Would Everton's Carlo Ancelotti give Alan a second series? No chance. An outrageously successful individual with no time for messing about, the three-time Champions League winner has impeccably high stands. Just don't and remove that TV aerial from the roof by yourself, Carlo...

20. Carlo Ancelotti - Tony Hayers

Would Everton's Carlo Ancelotti give Alan a second series? No chance. An outrageously successful individual with no time for messing about, the three-time Champions League winner has impeccably high stands. Just don't and remove that TV aerial from the roof by yourself, Carlo... Photo: PETER POWELL

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