July 23rd 2024.
As Pep Guardiola enters the final year of his contract with Manchester City, there have been rumors swirling about his potential future as the next England manager. However, the Spanish coach has made it clear that his focus remains solely on the upcoming season with City, and he is happy with his current position.
The England job became available after Gareth Southgate stepped down following their loss to Spain in the final of Euro 2024. Many names have been thrown into the ring as potential replacements, both from within the country and abroad. While Eddie Howe, Graham Potter, and Lee Carsley are some of the top contenders, there is also speculation that the Football Association may look to foreign coaches like Mauricio Pochettino, Jurgen Klopp, and Guardiola.
Despite the speculation, Guardiola remains committed to City and is fully focused on leading them to a fifth consecutive title. "I'm really excited for the upcoming season," he stated at a press conference. "I'm really happy here and, like every season, I need the break, but after that, I'll be charged up and ready to go. My energy and focus are completely on City and the competition ahead."
There have been reports that the FA is willing to wait until Guardiola's contract with City ends next year to appoint him as the next England manager. In the meantime, it is rumored that Lee Carsley, the current England Under-21 boss, could be asked to step in as a temporary manager. This plan would see him leading the team for the upcoming Nations League fixtures and the start of World Cup qualifying in March.
However, the bookmakers currently have Newcastle boss Eddie Howe as the favorite to take on the England job, followed by former Chelsea and Brighton manager Graham Potter. Howe recently spoke about his future with Newcastle, hinting that things may not be going well behind the scenes and a departure could be in the cards.
"I absolutely want to stay, but it has to be right for me and the football club," Howe said at a pre-season training camp in Germany. "There's no point in me staying if the dynamic isn't right. I love the club and the supporters, but there has been a lot of change this summer. With change comes a new feeling."
Whether it is Howe, Potter, or someone else entirely, it remains to be seen who will ultimately take on the role of England manager. But for now, Guardiola is focused on his current role with Manchester City and leading them to continued success.
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