The FA has yet to find a long-term solution for the managerial position after Lee Carsley took over on an interim basis following Gareth Southgate’s decision to step down after leading England through four major international tournaments.
Carsley’s contract with the national team only extends through the three international breaks in 2024, with just one remaining, featuring matches against Greece and the Republic of Ireland. After England’s 3-1 win over Finland, the former U-21 manager remained reserved about his future, stating that he was hired to manage until the end of the year and intends to fulfill that commitment. There is no clear indication yet whether he will be offered a long-term deal or if he would be interested in one.
Meanwhile, several high-profile names have been linked to the England job, including Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola, whose contract expires next summer. However, former Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund, and Mainz manager Thomas Tuchel appears to be the frontrunner. Tuchel, who parted ways with Bayern last spring, is reportedly in negotiations with the FA to become England’s next manager. This move could reunite him with striker Harry Kane and several other players he once managed at Chelsea.
When asked about the possibility of Tuchel becoming England’s manager, Kane praised his former Bayern boss while remaining cautious. “Until it’s announced, I can’t really comment, but we’ll wait and see. I know Thomas well from last year. Fantastic coach, fantastic person. I’m sure the FA will reach out when they have more information,” Kane told Sky Sport journalists Florian Plettenberg and Torben Hoffmann (via @iMiaSanMia).
Kane had been a vocal supporter of Tuchel even when the coach lost favor in the Bayern dressing room. It was rumored that Kane and his entourage disagreed with Bayern’s decision to part ways with Tuchel before the season ended, but that chapter is behind them. Perhaps Kane will have the chance to clear the air in an England dressing room under Tuchel’s leadership soon.
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