Potential candidates for the next England manager include Eddie Howe and Graham Potter, as the Football Association starts the search for Gareth Southgate’s replacement.

The Football Association (FA) is now on the lookout for a new England manager following Gareth Southgate’s departure. Southgate announced his decision to step down after eight years in charge of the men’s side, following their defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

During his tenure, Southgate led the team to consecutive European Championship finals, losing to Italy in the delayed Euro 2020 final at Wembley. The 53-year-old managed the national side for 102 games, winning 61 of them.

In his farewell statement, Southgate said, “As a proud Englishman, it has been the honour of my life to play for England and to manage England. It has meant everything to me, and I have given it my all. But it’s time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager.”

Southgate leaves the English squad in a strong position, having rebuilt the team after their disappointing performance in Euro 2016. Now, attention turns to who will succeed him as England manager, and there are several names being floated for the job.

One potential candidate is Graham Potter. The Englishman, who is currently out of work, impressed during his time at Brighton & Hove Albion, where he implemented an attacking style of play with young and confident players. Potter’s ability to build a cohesive team quickly could be an asset for England, who have often struggled under pressure.

Another contender is Eddie Howe, who transformed Bournemouth during his time there and is currently managing Newcastle United. Howe’s experience in the Premier League and his success in taking Newcastle back to the Champions League make him an attractive option for the FA.

Mauricio Pochettino, who recently left Chelsea, is also being considered. The Argentine has worked closely with several members of the current England squad and has expressed interest in coaching the national team in the past. However, his tactical approach may not be well-suited to international football.

Jurgen Klopp’s name has also been mentioned, although it is unlikely that he would take on the role so soon after leaving Liverpool. Klopp’s exciting style of play and his success in the Premier League and Champions League make him an appealing choice for England.

Finally, Lee Carsley, who guided England’s Under-21 side to victory in the European Under-21 Championships last summer, could be a candidate. Carsley’s entertaining style of football and his success with young players make him a potential successor to Southgate.

The FA now faces the task of selecting the right person to lead the England team into the future, with the hope of achieving success on the international stage.