England Boss Gareth Southgate is set to become the new manager of surprising Premier League club

Manchester United is currently engaged in a thorough evaluation process to identify a suitable successor for Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford, with Gareth Southgate emerging as one of the prominent candidates under consideration. Following ten Hag’s challenging tenure at Manchester United, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the club’s newly appointed minority owner, is spearheading the search for a new manager to assume the reins come the summer.

Reports from ESPN indicate that the club is actively exploring three potential options to assess their credentials and availability for the coveted managerial role. Alongside Southgate, Roberto De Zerbi of Brighton and Thomas Frank of Brentford are also in contention, with Ratcliffe and Ineos meticulously evaluating each candidate’s suitability for the position.

While De Zerbi’s name has been circulating amidst interest from various clubs such as Chelsea, Barcelona, and Liverpool, Frank’s impressive track record in nurturing a high-energy team at Brentford, coupled with his adeptness in data-led recruitment strategies, has earned him admiration. However, it appears that Frank might be overlooked in favor of other candidates.

Despite being perceived as somewhat of an outsider due to his absence from club football since his departure from Middlesbrough in 2009, Southgate remains a viable contender. His tenure as the manager of the England national team, coupled with his uncertain future beyond Euro 2024, presents an intriguing prospect for Manchester United.

Notably, Southgate’s close working relationship with the soon-to-be sports director of Manchester United, which was forged during their time together at the FA, could potentially play a significant role in his candidacy. However, United faces a daunting task in catching up to Tottenham in the Premier League standings to secure a coveted Champions League spot, further complicating their managerial decision-making process.

Meanwhile, despite ten Hag’s enduring reputation in Europe, particularly in Germany where clubs like Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen, and Vfb Stuttgart have shown interest in his services, the Dutchman’s future remains uncertain as the season draws to a close.