Abrdn (ABDN.L) finance chief Jason Windsor is the front-runner to become the next chief executive of the British fund manager following the departure of Stephen Bird, the Financial Times reported on Saturday. Windsor could be formally elevated to the top job as soon as Tuesday when the company reports half-year results, according to the newspaper. The company stated, “No decision has been made on the appointment of a new CEO. When a decision is taken by the board, we will update the market in line with regulatory requirements.” Bird stepped down in May after a turbulent four-year tenure marked by deep outflows of client cash and a much-criticized rebranding. Windsor has been serving as interim CEO while a permanent replacement was sought