Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has admitted that he would be 'open' to succeeding Gareth Southgate as England manager when the Three Lions boss leaves his role.
The admission comes just days before England open their World Cup campaign with a match against Iran and Pochettino will be travelling to Qatar to keep a close eye on proceedings. The Argentine, who left his role as PSG manager in the summer, made the admission having been at Wembley for England's final match before the World Cup, against Germany in September.
The claims are interesting given their timing and will not be welcomed by Southgate, with the Three Lions boss having a contract to see him through until the summer of 2024. Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has also expressed an willingness manage the Three Lions, meaning that should England fail to live up to expectations then a new coach could be ready and waiting to take the role.
