Mauricio Pochettino Poised to Replace Gareth Southgate as England Manager
Gareth Southgate has announced his decision to step down as England manager, and the search is now on for his replacement. John McDermott, the FA’s technical director, will lead the process, and former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as a leading candidate.
Southgate’s departure comes on the heels of England’s disappointing exit from the Euro 2024 tournament. The FA is expected to move quickly to appoint a new manager, with the UEFA Nations League campaign kicking off in September.
Pochettino, 52, has an impressive managerial CV, having guided Tottenham to the Champions League final in 2019 and leading Chelsea to the Europa League title in 2020. His relationship with McDermott, who worked with him at Tottenham, could give him an edge in the recruitment process.
Other candidates, including Graham Potter and Eddie Howe, have also been mentioned. However, Pochettino’s experience and success in the Premier League could make him the favorite to land the job.
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Pochettino left Chelsea by mutual consent in May and has since been linked with several top clubs, including Manchester United. According to a report from football.london, Pochettino is keen on taking the England role.
The 52-year-old’s appointment would be a shrewd move by the FA, given his experience and success in the Premier League. He has a proven track record of developing young players and has a strong tactical understanding of the game.
If Pochettino does take the reins, he would become the first Argentine manager of the England national team. His appointment would also spark debate about the FA’s priorities and the criteria for selecting a manager.
Ultimately, the decision will come down to the FA’s technical director, John McDermott, and the board. They must weigh up the pros and cons of each candidate and make a decision that is in the best interests of the national team.
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