Newcastle United are confident that Eddie Howe will not be swayed by the prospect of managing England - if Gareth Southgate leaves his post and the FA come calling.
Southgate says he will review his future after England's World Cup exit but he is contracted for another tournament until 2024, after the next European Championships in Germany. Meanwhile, Howe does not have an England release clause in his contract after signing an enhanced deal on the eve of the 2022/23 season.
Sporting director Dan Ashworth stated on On October 14 that Newcastle had done everything possible to "protect the club" when it comes to Howe and England. Howe has been on the England shortlist before but has also played down a switch to the Three Lions dugout.
