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Gareth Southgate Plays Down Man United Talk, Says Return to Management Not a Priority

He now promotes a leadership book after explaining he left England in 2024 because he felt his presence had become divisive.

Overview

  • Southgate said he is very relaxed about being out of football, stressing a comeback is not high on his agenda after 37 years in the game.
  • Asked about Manchester United, he noted Ruben Amorim "seems to be doing pretty well" and declined to position himself as a candidate.
  • He is focused on leadership speaking, mentoring and youth development while promoting Dear England: Lessons in Leadership.
  • Reflecting on his exit, he said he felt he was polarising the fanbase and that there was less joy in wins by the end of his England tenure.
  • He will not rule out a return in principle, saying you can never say never, but indicated any move would require the right purpose and project.