‘Frontrunner’ to replace Southgate as England boss named as two ex-Chelsea bosses ‘open’ to job

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is the current frontrunner to replace England boss Gareth Southgate, according to reports.

The Three Lions faced a lot of criticism as they reached the Euro 2024 final with their performances far from convincing on the road to Berlin.

Southgate was criticised for his tactics and team selection but his defensive approach managed to get to the final before they .

But there is now a widespread feeling that it s probably time for change with many ready to see Southgate move aside for a more attack-minded manager, although he still has his backers.

And now The Guardian claims that Newcastle s Howe is the early frontrunner but they name another six possibilities, including former Chelsea bosses Thomas Tuchel and Graham Pott…