Manchester United have reportedly opted not to appoint Gareth Southgate as their new manager. According to sources, Southgate, who has been linked to the club amid uncertainty surrounding Erik ten Hag’s future, may be interested in returning to club management. However, United is said to have decided against hiring him due to timeline misalignment.

The FA is prepared to offer Southgate a new contract, as his current deal expires in December. United has been linked with several other managers, including Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Frank, and Roberto De Zerbi. Southgate has received praise for his work as England manager, including leading the team to the Euro 2020 final, but the focus now shifts to whether he can bring the Three Lions glory this summer.

Southgate has been England’s manager since 2016, previously managing the U-21 side and starting his managerial career with Middlesbrough. United is reported to have held talks with Tuchel, but he is no longer under consideration. The club is exploring various options as they consider Ten Hag’s future.

• Manchester United opt not to pursue Gareth Southgate as their new manager.
• The FA is eager to retain Southgate and is prepared to offer him a new contract, with his current deal expiring in December.
• United has been linked with other managers, including Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Frank, and Roberto De Zerbi.

Southgate has received praise for his work as England manager but is now under scrutiny to deliver success this summer.

Southgate was linked to United amid uncertainty around Erik ten Hag’s future.

Southgate has been England’s manager since 2016, starting his managerial career with Middlesbrough and previously managing the U-21 side. United is reported to have explored various options, including Thomas Tuchel, who is now out of the running.

As United contemplates Ten Hag’s future, the club is considering a range of candidates for the managerial position.