CONCLUSION: The British Football Federation will send an offer to Pep Guardiola to invite him to be the head coach of the England national team at the end of the 2024/2025 seasonš„
In a significant development in English football, the Football Association (FA) is reportedly considering Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola as the successor to Gareth Southgate, following Southgate’s departure from the England national team.
On July 16, Gareth Southgate officially stepped down as the head coach of the England national team after an eight-year tenure. The 53-year-old coach’s departure followed a disappointing Euro 2024 campaign, where England was defeated by Spain in the final. This outcome was particularly disheartening as Southgate had previously stated he would resign if England failed to win the tournament.
With Southgate’s departure, the FA is now focused on finding a suitable replacement. According to reports from the British media, five candidates are currently being considered: Graham Potter, Eddie Howe, Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino, and Jurgen Klopp. However, the Independent has revealed that the FA’s primary target is Pep Guardiola. They are willing to wait until 2025, when Guardiola’s contract with Manchester City expires, to appoint the Spanish manager.
During the interim period while awaiting Guardiola, the FA plans to appoint a temporary manager. One of the leading candidates for this interim role is Lee Carsley, a former Everton player and the current coach of England’s U21 team.
Pep Guardiola has hinted at the possibility of leaving Manchester City after the 2024/25 season. In an interview with ESPN Brazil in February 2024, Guardiola expressed his ambition to manage a national team in a future World Cup. This ambition aligns with the FA’s interest, making Guardiola a top candidate for the role.
Before being considered by the FA, Guardiola had also received an offer from the Brazilian Football Confederation. However, the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich coach declined the offer out of respect for his contract with Manchester City.
The prospect of Pep Guardiola taking over as England’s head coach has generated significant excitement and speculation. As the FA navigates this transition period, fans and analysts alike are eager to see who will ultimately lead the Three Lions into future international competitions. With Guardiola’s potential appointment, the future of English football could be set for a transformative phase, promising new strategies and successes on the global stage.
