Ange Postecoglou Denies England Role Speculation

Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham manager has dismissed speculation linking him to the England managerial role, stating he has “no idea” about the reports. Postecoglou, 58, emphasized that his focus remains solely on his responsibilities as the Spurs boss following Gareth Southgate’s resignation on Tuesday. Southgate resigned with only five months left on his contract following England’s Euro 2024 final loss to Spain.

The decision came less than 48 hours after the loss, ending his tenure that included notable successes and challenges. Addressing the rumors after Tottenham’s 5-1 pre-season victory over Hearts, Postecoglou told BBC Scotland, “I’ve got no idea, I’ve been preparing for a game. I’m the Tottenham manager. That’s where I stand.” Postecoglou, who previously managed Celtic, took over at Tottenham at the start of the last season.

He led Spurs to a fifth-place finish in the Premier League, narrowly missing out on Champions League qualification. Despite this, the Australian received praise for his attacking style of football. His managerial career also includes coaching the Australian national team from 2013 to 2017, further highlighting his credentials. Meanwhile, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has emerged as the leading contender for the England job.

However, Newcastle’s chief executive, Darren Eales, has expressed the club’s intention to resist any approaches from the Football Association. Eales’s statement underscores Newcastle’s commitment to retaining Howe, who has been instrumental in their recent successes. England’s next fixture is against the Republic of Ireland on 7 September in the Nations League.

If the FA has not appointed Southgate’s successor by then, an interim manager will lead the team. This transition is crucial for England as they aim to build on Southgate’s legacy and prepare for future competitions. Ange Postecoglou stays focused on Tottenham while Eddie Howe emerges as a potential candidate for England’s next manager. The FA faces crucial decisions in the coming weeks to ensure a smooth transition and continued success for the national team.