Former England manager Gareth Southgate has announced he will not take on another coaching role for at least a year.
The 54-year-old stepped down from his role as England manager after the team’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final in July.
Southgate was appointed as the Three Lions’ boss in 2016, leading the team to consecutive Euro finals and securing a fourth-place finish in the 2018 World Cup.
Recently, he has been linked with a potential role at Manchester United, as speculation surrounds the future of manager Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.
However, speaking at the European Club Association general assembly in Athens on Thursday, Southgate dismissed the idea of an immediate return to management.
“I won’t coach in the next year for sure, I’m certain of that. I need to give myself time to make good decisions.”
“When you come out of a really big role, you need to give your body and mind time to recover. I’m enjoying my life, so there’s no rush,” he said.
Southgate added, “I’m fortunate that there are lots of different opportunities presenting themselves.”
“The business side of football is really interesting. I’ve been invited to speak at Harvard, and there are many exciting life experiences to explore.”
“I’m 54 and want to enjoy and stay motivated for the next 10 to 15 years of my life. The most important thing is to give myself time to make good decisions.”
Southgate also stated that he would not manage another international team and would carefully consider any return to club management.
He previously managed Middlesbrough from 2006 to 2009.
Lee Carsley, who took over from Southgate as interim manager, has won both of his fixtures in charge of the England team.
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