England Manager Gareth Southgate has been appointed as the manager of Manchester United after the sacking for Erig Ten Hag this evening
Despite rumors that he might join Manchester United following Euro 2024, Gareth Southgate has said that he is “completely comfortable” about his future.
Even though Erik ten Hag’s future is still unknown, the England manager has ruled out any talk of meeting with Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the INEOS management before to this summer’s competition.
According to reports, Southgate is a top choice on any list of Ten Hag’s possible replacements since he is well-liked by the current Old Trafford decision-makers. The 58-year-old has reaffirmed his commitment to the national squad, though.
With captain Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Declan Rice, and others among their excellent group, England is presently the favorite to win Euro 2024 according to bookies. These players are aware that this could be their manager’s final chance to get some awards.
With Southgate’s contract set to expire at the end of the current campaign, the FA will probably seek for a renewal regardless of the tournament’s outcome this summer. Though Southgate is focusing on the near future right now, a return to club management may be in the works.
When questioned about his future intentions by GQ, he said, “As a player, I would’ve been nervous about it when I was 23.” “As a young manager at 37, I would have been concerned about it. However, at 53 years old, I am completely at ease about it since life will continue regardless of what occurs “the Express, via GQ, reported.
Furthermore, I don’t believe it would be appropriate to decide ahead of time for a competition. When Fabio Capello signed a new contract prior to the 2010 World Cup, everyone exclaimed, “What the bloody hell are they doing?” He ought to be showcasing his abilities in the competition.
If I had been working at this position for two years, maybe my perspective would have changed. Nevertheless, after eight years, all I can think about is how to help this squad win.”
Due to INEOS’s present stance, Southgate’s chances of switching from England to United may be hampered. If they intend to release Ten Hag, whose situation is anticipated to be settled this week, they are unlikely to wait until the conclusion of the Euros.
But Southgate’s main focus will be on leading England to victory in Europe, knowing full well that any victory may well be down to their nutrition.
He said, “Meals are vital since they’re sociable as well as a means of refueling. Similar to my children, I always want to spend as much time as possible eating with them since that’s when you truly get to know how they’re feeling.
“Having said that, we are aware of the fact that many individuals might get irritable with one another after going on a family vacation for any length of time.”