Jamie Carragher’s Verdict: Eddie Howe Should Replace Gareth Southgate as England Manager
Gareth Southgate’s decision to step down as England manager has sent shockwaves through the football world, and the search for his replacement is now on. Former England defender Jamie Carragher has weighed in on the debate, and his choice for the top job is none other than Eddie Howe.
In his column for The Telegraph, Carragher wrote that Howe is the "standout candidate" to replace Southgate, and that he would be "staggered" if the Football Association didn’t appoint him. So, what makes Howe the perfect fit for the role?
First and foremost, Carragher believes that Howe has the managerial experience and pedigree to succeed at the highest level. His impressive record at Bournemouth and Newcastle United speaks for itself, and Carragher thinks that he would be a great ambassador for the country.
"He’s a front-foot, attacking manager who would bring a sense of excitement and adventure to the England team," Carragher wrote. "He’s also a good man-manager who would get the best out of his players."
Carragher also dismissed the idea that international coaches like Mauricio Pochettino, Jurgen Klopp, and Pep Guardiola would be able to replicate their club success at the international level. He believes that they would struggle to adapt to the demands of international football, where players are often not as familiar with each other and have less time to work together.
"International football is a different beast," Carragher wrote. "You need a manager who can work with the exact profile of players they choose, developing patterns of play on a daily basis so it becomes natural whenever a tournament comes along."
Carragher also thinks that hiring an English coach is the way to go, citing the importance of national pride and the desire to see England’s best players succeed against the best teams in the world.
"International football should be our best against ‘their’ best," he wrote. "I think it’s time for an English coach to take the reins and show the world what we’re capable of."
So, there you have it – Jamie Carragher’s verdict on who should replace Gareth Southgate as England manager. Follow us on all social media platforms for more updates on this story and all the latest news from the world of football.