July 16th 2024.
Eddie Howe, the current manager of Newcastle United, is being considered as a top candidate to fill in the position left by Gareth Southgate as England's new boss. The chief executive of Newcastle, Darren Eales, has made it clear that they will do everything in their power to keep Howe if England decides to appoint him as their manager. Eales is confident that Howe will still be leading the Magpies when the new season starts in August, despite his growing popularity as a potential Three Lions boss after Southgate's announcement of stepping down following the Euro 2024 final against Spain.
Aside from Howe, other names being considered for the position include former Chelsea boss Graham Potter and current England Under-21s manager Lee Carsley. However, it is believed that the likes of Mauricio Pochettino, Jurgen Klopp, and Thomas Tuchel are seen as longer shots. While Potter and Carsley would be easier appointments for the Football Association, securing Howe's services would prove to be more challenging as Newcastle is determined to keep him as their manager.
When asked if they would fight to keep Howe, Eales responded with a resounding yes. He also emphasized how crucial Howe has been for the club, taking them from 19th place to 11th in his first season and eventually securing a Champions League spot the following year. Eales, who has had the opportunity to work closely with Howe, praised his man-management skills and his ability to develop players while also understanding the club's psyche and the fans' support. Newcastle is fully committed to Howe and has signed a long-term deal with him, firmly believing that he is the perfect fit for their current project.
Eales made it clear that he is confident Howe will still be Newcastle's manager next season, despite the potential lure of the Three Lions job. This is not the first time Howe has been linked with the England national team, as he was also considered after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. However, at the time, Howe stated that international football was not on his short-term radar, and he was fully focused on his role at Newcastle. He also expressed his admiration for Southgate's work and the positive impact he has had on the national team.
As for Howe's future, he remains dedicated to improving Newcastle and has no immediate plans of leaving for the national team job. He loves the day-to-day coaching and being on the training ground with his players, something he believes he would miss if he were to take on an international role. Howe's focus is on making Newcastle a better team, and that is where his heart lies at the moment.
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