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Manchester United Eyes Gareth Southgate for Manager Role

With Erik ten Hag's future uncertain, Southgate emerges as a potential successor amid his successful England tenure.

  • Manchester United is considering Gareth Southgate as a potential new manager, with Erik ten Hag's future at the club uncertain following Sir Jim Ratcliffe's minority stake purchase.
  • Southgate's tenure as England manager has been successful, leading the team to the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup and the final of Euro 2020, but his suitability for club soccer, particularly his tactical approach, has been questioned.
  • Former Manchester United players Roy Keane and Gary Neville support the idea of Southgate succeeding Ten Hag, highlighting Southgate's connection with Dan Ashworth, who is expected to become United's new sporting director.
  • Southgate has postponed discussions over his future with the England national team until after Euro 2024, fueling speculations about a potential move to club management.
  • Manchester United's performance under Ten Hag has been mixed, with the team struggling to qualify for next season's Champions League despite winning the League Cup and being FA Cup runners-up last season.
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