Sergei Jakirovic has been named the Barclays Premier League Manager of the Month for August 2026 following an impressive start to the 2026/27 campaign.
The manager was recognised for his team’s performances during the opening month of the season, beating three other high-profile candidates to claim the award. Jakirovic’s tactical approach and results during August earned him the backing of the judging panel, as he emerged ahead of some of the Premier League’s most respected managers.
Barclays Manager of the Month Nominees for August 2026
The four managers nominated for the August 2026 award were:
Sergei Jakirovic
Xabi Alonso
Mikel Arteta
Enzo Maresca
Jakirovic ultimately took home the award, marking a strong recognition of his work during the opening weeks of the new Premier League season. The August prize gives Jakirovic an early individual accolade and underlines the strong start his team has made to the 2026/27 campaign.