Eddie Howe has admitted that he wants Gareth Southgate to stay on as England manager - despite speculation that the Newcastle boss could be in line to replace him.
Southgate's long-term future was uncertain heading into the World Cup, where the Three Lions were eliminated by defending champions France in the quarter-finals. The 52-year-old has been at the helm for over six years and led England to a World Cup semi-final and the final of last year's delayed European Championship, but has endured a hugely-challenging 12 months.
The England chief has been booed by disgruntled fans twice already this year and has also been accused of being too pragmatic.
