Gareth Southgate, the unexpected decision

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By: Manu Tournoux

Gareth Southgate, the unexpected decision

Gareth Southgate, former England manager, has announced that he will take a year off before returning to coaching. After eight years with the Three Lions, he wants to recharge his batteries before returning to football, probably at a club.

Former England manager Gareth Southgate has announced that he will not return to coaching for at least a year. After eight years at the head of the Three Lions, marked by two continental finals, including the defeat at Euro 2024 against Spain, Southgate decided to take some time for himself. During the general assembly of the European Club Association in Athens, he said he wanted “let your body and mind recover” before embarking on a new project.

A return to the club considered

Although away from football for the moment, Southgate does not intend to stay away from the field permanently. The former Middlesbrough manager has expressed his desire to return to the club world in the future, having taken a step back to make the right choice. His name has recently been linked with Manchester United, but for now he prefers to enjoy his new life and take his time.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.