Gareth Southgate's eight-year reign as England manager has come to an end. After 102 games, Southgate decided to end what he described as "the honor of my life". Perhaps the defeat in the EURO 2024 final against Spain was the "last straw" that broke the relationship between the two sides.
Here is a list of 6 candidates who can sit in the "hot seat" of the "Three Lions".
Graham Potter
Graham Potter is emerging as a leading candidate to replace Gareth Southgate as England manager. After being sacked by Chelsea, this strategist still has no new destination.
Despite his forgettable time at Stamford Bridge, Potter is still highly regarded for building a team culture. However, there are still doubts about Potter's ability to communicate with the media and face the pressure.
Eddie Howe
The Newcastle coach has many similarities with Potter and will bring a more progressive style than Southgate. The 46-year-old has also left a tactical mark at St James' Park.
The question is whether Howe is ready to leave Newcastle - a team that is expected to continue competing for a ticket to the Champions League in the coming years.
Lee Carsley
This strategist is currently in charge of the England U21 team and is highly appreciated by the FA for his ability to develop young talents. The 50-year-old has previously rejected offers from Ireland and several other clubs.
However, Carsley's development of his coaching career to a new level is inevitable. Remember, in the past, Southgate also led the England team from the U21 team.
Thomas Tuchel
In addition to his forgettable tenure at Bayern Munich, Tuchel has always been considered a strategist with a destiny for the title. He had a period of working in England when helping Chelsea win the Champions League. Some "Three Lions" players such as captain Harry Kane have also repeatedly expressed their admiration for Tuchel.
Mauricio Pochettino
After being unexpectedly sacked by Chelsea, Pochettino is looking for a new destination. However, he still prioritizes leading the club over the national team at this time.
Pochettino meets many FA criteria from encouraging young players, having a clear style and communicating well with the media.
Jurgen Klopp
Former Liverpool and Germany midfielder Didi Hamann has repeatedly called on the FA to do everything possible to convince Klopp to lead the "Three Lions". The German wants to return to lead his hometown team, but that position is currently held by Julian Nagelsmann.
It will not be easy for the FA to convince Klopp to return to England to work again, even in a new position. It would be a shock if this scenario happened.
