Aberdeen considers domestic and foreign candidates after Robinson's exit

Stephen Robinson's departure from Aberdeen marks the fifth managerial dismissal at the club since spring 2021, according to Yahoo Sports and BBC Sport. Previous managers Stephen Glass, Jim Goodwin, Barry Robson, and Jimmy Thelin also left abruptly under chairman Dave Cormack's tenure.

The general trend at Aberdeen has been one of perceived underachievement in the Scottish Premiership, despite Jimmy Thelin ending a 35-year Scottish Cup drought, reported BBC Sport. Derek McInnes, now with Rangers, was the last Aberdeen manager to consistently achieve top-flight results and European qualification.

Two domestic candidates have emerged as leading options for the Aberdeen job: Steven Pressley of Dundee and John McGlynn of Falkirk. Both managers have impressed with their style of play and results over the past 17 months, with Falkirk currently third in their division, two places above Dundee, noted Yahoo Sports.

Former Aberdeen defender Richard Foster highlighted Pressley and McGlynn as standout domestic candidates. He described Pressley as a quiet but respected figure in the dressing room with extensive playing experience at major clubs, as reported by Yahoo Sports and BBC Sport.

The possibility of appointing a foreign manager has also been mentioned, though no specific names have been reported. The club is assessing the qualities required for the next manager to improve performance in the Scottish Premiership.

Aberdeen's search for a new manager continues as the club aims to return to consistent top-flight success and European competition, following a period of instability and managerial changes since 2021.