July 16th 2024.
After 11 years, Gareth Southgate finds himself without a job for the first time. He recently resigned as England's boss, and Gary Neville believes he will turn down offers from clubs like Manchester United to continue in international management. Southgate's departure comes after eight successful years and 102 games in charge, culminating in a heartbreaking loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.
Now, attention has shifted to who will take over the reins from the 53-year-old. Names like Graham Potter, Lee Carsley, Eddie Howe, and Mauricio Pochettino have been thrown into the mix. But there is also speculation about what Southgate will do next, as he has become a highly-regarded manager, transforming England from a struggling team to one of the best in the world.
Before the Euros, there were reports that Manchester United was interested in Southgate's services, but they ultimately chose to stick with Erik ten Hag. While United's co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe still holds Southgate in high regard, it is unlikely that they will appoint him if Ten Hag were to leave. Neville believes this may be for the best, as he sees Southgate as a better fit for the international stage rather than club football.
In his statement on the FA website, Southgate expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to play and manage for England. He also announced that the Euro 2024 final against Spain was his final game as England manager. He joined the FA in 2011 with the goal of improving English football, and he feels proud of the progress made during his time there. He also thanked the people who have accompanied and supported him, especially his assistant Steve Holland. Southgate is confident that the young players on the team can bring home the trophy in the future and urged the nation to get behind them and the FA's efforts to improve English football.
Southgate also gave special thanks to the backroom staff who provided unwavering support over the past eight years. He believes England has the best fans in the world, and their support has meant everything to him. As an England fan himself, Southgate will continue to support and celebrate the team's successes.
Neville believes that Southgate's next move will be in international management, as his patience and understanding make him a perfect fit for the role. He describes Southgate as a proud Englishman and a leader who represents the country well. While he may not have the stereotypical bulldog mentality, he possesses a similar determination and passion in his own unique way. Neville also believes Southgate could take his expertise to another country or stay with the FA in a higher role, helping to develop English coaches.
One of the positions Southgate has been linked to is the USA national team, following their recent sacking of Gregg Berhalter and failed attempt to bring in Jurgen Klopp. This would be a prestigious role, especially with the United States set to co-host the 2026 World Cup. Another possibility is taking over at Newcastle, as current manager Eddie Howe is one of the favorites to replace Southgate.
Neville believes that the next England manager will have big shoes to fill, as they will need to win a trophy to surpass Southgate's achievements. He also points out that there is no proven formula for success in this role, with a mix of managers from different backgrounds in the past. However, he believes it is important for the next manager to be English, as moving away from this would go against the goal of promoting and developing English coaches, which was the reason for moving to St. George's Park in the first place.
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