As the English Football is taking a revolution with the exit of Gareth Southgate this summer. Two former Chelsea managers: Frank Lampard and Graham Potter are considered next in line to be the new manager. The Football Association(FA) is currently looking at various option including England’s current manager Lee Carsley, who has now just been offered a temporary role. This decision has made many fans and football experts bring out their own opinions and also dragging some huge names in the race.
Lee Carsley: The Temporary Manager
Lee Carsley was the manager of England U-21 team before taking up the role of interim head coach of the senior national team. Under him, the team has secured both the wins in the Nations League, giving him the green ticks that he much needed. And also this small audition has made him the front runner for now in the race to secure a permanent role. However his strong start FA will look towards other options as well before making their final decision.
Lampard and Potter: The Strong Contenders In The Race
Frank Lampard, a legend for Chelsea, both as a player and as a manager. He has always been regarded as one the key faces for the Blues. His football ability, making him one of the best players to ever play the game and his ability to inspire young footballers makes him the fans favourite. As many believes he can bring strength and passion and also a fresh new start for this English side. His past manager experience of coaching some huge clubs like Chelsea does give him a slight edge in this competition.
Graham Potter, who also managed Chelsea before is equally a strong candidate. Potter has always been praised for his intelligent style of play because of how well he manages his tactics. Although his time at Chelsea was one like a roller coaster. Yet some still believe he can be the perfect fit for England national side. They believe that with his intelligence and strong tactics, he can add strategy and teamwork to this side, which they much lacked in the past.
Eddie Howe: The Next Manager Candidate
Now looking apart from Lampard and Potter, The next candidate is Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe. He has also placed a strong candidatue because of his success in Newcastle United. His ability to turn his side into a serious Premier League contenders has got him quite a strong portfolio for his role. His quality to get the most out of the squad does get him the closest to the contract for the new English Manager.
Pep Guardiola: A Dream Come True
Now here’s where a wildcard comes in-Pep Guardiola. Even though it seems very next to impossible, yet reports suggest that FA considers Guardiola as their dream candidate. His success not only at Manchester City but also FC Barcelona, is not hidden from anyone in this football world. It is his reputation that makes many regard him as the one the greatest manager in the history of football. Now all these together makes up to give him the title of most desirable option. But now it all depends on Guardiola if he actually is interested in this new role.
Conclusion: Who Takes The Job
Now as per how things stands, Lee Carsley is considered as the front runner. Yet the final decision still lies in the mist. With so many big names like Lampard, Potter, Howe and even Guardiola on the list, there is a lot of pressure on FA. They must be sitting with their heads scratching thinking about who can take forward the legacy. The legacy the England National Team built by Gareth Southgate. Who can take this team to the new heights. Nevertheless, the fans must be hoping on whoever the next manager be, can bring the next 2026 world cup home.
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