July 19th 2024.
Eddie Howe, the manager of Newcastle United, recently admitted that the club's summer has been incredibly challenging due to the major changes happening within the organization. He also issued a warning to the club, stating that he would be open to an offer for the position of England's national team manager if he does not receive the necessary support under the new structure at Newcastle.
With Gareth Southgate stepping down as England's manager just two days after their defeat in the Euro 2024 final, Howe has been speculated to be one of the top candidates for the job. However, he has lost two key allies at Newcastle in the past week, with the club's co-owners and sporting director leaving. This has made the situation at the club more difficult for Howe.
Despite this, Howe has expressed his desire to stay at Newcastle and continue as their manager. However, he also emphasized that the conditions have to be right for both him and the club. He believes that if he is not happy and does not feel supported in his role, it would not be beneficial for anyone involved. He has a great love for the club, its supporters, and his current position in his career. Newcastle is where he wants to be.
The ongoing changes at the club have been a major factor in Howe's decision-making. He believes that the new owners, Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi, the change in sporting director, and other changes within the club have brought a new feeling to the team. However, Howe is determined to make it work for Newcastle and ensure that the club is strong not just for the upcoming season, but for the future as well.
When asked about the possibility of managing the England team, Howe made it clear that his focus is solely on Newcastle at the moment. He sees England as a special job and is patriotic towards his country, but it is not something that he is actively seeking. He is content with his current position and the relationships he has formed at Newcastle, which have contributed to the team's success.
As for the upcoming season, Howe hopes to be in charge for Newcastle's first game against Southampton. However, he also stressed the importance of feeling supported and having the freedom to work in the way he wants to. These factors are crucial for him to continue as the manager of Newcastle.
In the end, Howe understands that the club has the right to choose its direction, but he also has to be happy and feel that it benefits both him and the team. He is not seeking any assurances, but he hopes that the changes at the club will lead to positive outcomes for everyone involved.
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