Speaking openly about his future following Erik Ten Hag’s exit, former England manager Gareth Southgate outlined his ambitions for Manchester United.
The 57-year-old stepped down from his role with England after this summer’s Euro 2024 in Germany. Three years after losing to Italy on penalties in the last Euro final, the Three Lions faced Spain in the championship match, ultimately losing 2-1.
While many have praised Southgate for uniting the England national team, he has also faced criticism for failing to secure their first major trophy since 1966. His prior association with sports director Dan Ashworth has fueled speculation about a possible role at Old Trafford.
However, Southgate emphasized that he will not rush into his next position. At the European Club Association general conference, he stated, via the BBC’s Simon Stone, “I will not coach in the following year, for sure.”
“I have no doubt about that. I need to take time to choose wisely. It’s important to allow your body and mind some rest after completing a significant role.”
Recent reports indicate that Southgate and former United manager David Moyes will attend matches as UEFA technical observers.
Technical observers are responsible for conducting coaching-focused match analysis and creating comprehensive reports that include statistics and video assessments. They have access to extensive data sets, multiple camera angles, and advanced visualization tools for their observations.
This role also involves spotting trends in football play, providing coaches and coach educators with a broader understanding of the game.
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