Gareth Southgate remained dedicated to England despite speculation linking him to Manchester United.

“We want to open that box of dreams,” exclaimed Mikel Arteta after Arsenal’s impressive victory over Manchester United. The Gunners’ manager is feeling optimistic about their chances in the title race, and his words have ignited excitement among fans.

Meanwhile, Gareth Southgate, the manager of the England national team, has dismissed rumours linking him with a move to Manchester United. As he prepares for Euro 2024, Southgate is solely focused on leading the Three Lions to glory in Germany. He is set to announce his provisional squad next week, and the anticipation is building.

While Erik ten Hag’s future at United remains uncertain, it is believed that their Premier League finish will play a significant role in determining his fate. Currently sitting in eighth place, United are in danger of missing out on European qualification. With matches against Newcastle and Brighton remaining, as well as an FA Cup final against Manchester City, their season hangs in the balance.

Speculation surrounding potential replacements for ten Hag is rife. Southgate’s name has been thrown into the mix, with Ineos’ minority shareholders, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sir Dave Brailsford, overseeing the club’s footballing operations. Thomas Tuchel, the outgoing Bayern Munich head coach, is also a contender, along with Graham Potter and Roberto De Zerbi.

However, Southgate remains unfazed by the rumours. In an interview with ITV News, he brushed off the speculation, emphasizing his commitment to England. The former Middlesbrough manager is determined to guide his team to success at Euro 2024 and is not interested in discussing club management at this time.

Southgate’s primary focus is on England’s campaign in Germany. He believes they have the potential to go one step further than their heartbreak in the final of Euro 2020, where they lost to Italy in a penalty shootout. The manager faces tough decisions when selecting his squad, with talented players vying for a place in the starting XI.

Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka, and Harry Kane are expected to play prominent roles, but there is fierce competition for the remaining spots. Players like Cole Palmer, Ollie Watkins, Jarrod Bowen, James Maddison, and Ivan Toney are all in contention for a place in the 26-player squad.

Southgate acknowledges the depth of talent in the forward positions, making it a challenging task to finalize his selection. However, he remains confident in the quality of his squad and believes they have the potential to achieve greatness.

England’s Euro 2024 campaign kicks off on June 16 against Serbia, followed by matches against Denmark on June 20 and Slovenia on June 25. The nation is eagerly anticipating their team’s performance, hoping that this tournament will be the one where they finally fulfill their dreams of lifting the trophy.