Uncertain Future for Southgate: Potential Successors England
Impressive Performance and Doubts About the Future After Losing Euro 2024 Title
Sam Allardyce, the former England manager before Gareth Southgate took over, commented that Southgate has done a great job with the team, reaching the farthest the team could go under his leadership during his eight-year tenure. Southgate led the English national team to its third final in major tournaments, where they lost to
Spain(1-2) in the Euro final.
The future of the 53-year-old coach is now in significant doubt, and nothing was clarified after the match in Berlin. British news agency "PA Media" has suggested several candidates to replace him if he steps down.
Candidates to Succeed Southgate
Eddie Howe:
The Newcastle manager is one of three English managers in the Premier League next season and would be a popular choice for the national team. The 46-year-old coach successfully led the team to the Champions League for the first time in 20 years. He also led Bournemouth to promotion to the Premier League twice and is known for his attacking style, which the English fans would love.
Graham Potter:
Potter, 49, was on a promising path before being sacked by Chelsea after seven months in April 2023. Currently not managing any team, he previously worked wonders with the Swedish team Ostersund and led Brighton to their highest ever finish in the Premier League. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola described Brighton's football under Potter as enjoyable to watch and analyze.
Mauricio Pochettino: One of the top candidates for the role, Pochettino led Tottenham to the Premier League runner-up and Champions League final and won the French league with Paris Saint-Germain. He has an impressive managerial record, especially in England, where he earned admiration during his time at Southampton. The 52-year-old coach is known for developing young talents, with Cole Palmer shining under his guidance at Chelsea.
Pep Guardiola:
The 53-year-old Spanish manager is considered the most influential figure in modern football. He could be a winning bet to maximize the talents of the England national team, but the question remains: will he risk his managerial reputation for this challenge?
Jürgen Klopp:
The former Liverpool manager, 57, is highly popular and charismatic among fans, making him a strong candidate alongside Guardiola. If Klopp expresses interest in the role, it would be hard to refuse him. The German manager does not wish to manage another Premier League team, but if he shows interest in becoming the first German to coach England, it could be a different matter.
In summary, Southgate's future with the England national team remains uncertain. With many big names being considered as his potential successors, the decision by the English FA will be crucial in determining the team's future path.
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