3 reasons why Gareth Southgate should become the new England manager

He has the players’ support

Having been there and done it himself, with 57 international caps to his name between 1995 and 2004, Southgate has the passion, drive and determination to thrive as England manager.

And it seems the players want the former defender to make the transition to national team boss, too.

Captain Wayne Rooney said after last week’s win over Scotland, “He’s come in and done a really good job. He’s got two wins from three and a good point from the last game in Slovenia. It’s down to the FA now and he’s put himself in pole position and I’m sure the right decision will be made.”

Forward Jamie Vardy added on Tuesday night, “He has been brilliant. He has not changed too much but you have seen in the performance that we came with a plan. It was not to be at the end of the game.”

And fellow striker Daniel Sturridge is enjoying his time under Southgate, “He’s got a lot of faith in me. I’m trying to repay him as best as I can. If I can perform well in the games, that’s important. We have beaten Scotland, that’s a big game and big result for us. It is important for every player to have the manager’s confidence.”