Southgate does not see return to Premier League management

Gareth Southgate rules out Premier League return

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Former England manager Gareth Southgate has stated that he does not see a return to Premier League management. This comes after he stepped down as the manager of the England men's team following their defeat by Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

Southgate, who has been out of management since resigning as Three Lions boss, has not managed at club level since a three-year spell with Middlesbrough from 2006. He has indicated that he has no interest in seeking a return to top-flight management.

According to Southgate, he stopped enjoying the wins for England towards the end of his time in charge. He stated that by the end, he didn't even enjoy the wins for any longer than a couple of minutes. This has led to him hardly watching football, with his last visit to a football ground being the FA Cup final to see his team, Crystal Palace, win their first trophy.

Since leaving the England role, Southgate has pursued different opportunities. He has launched a podcast and fronted a BBC documentary, where he travelled across the UK to understand the challenges facing young men and boys. He has also spent time as a visiting lecturer at Harvard Business School in Boston.

Southgate expressed his enjoyment of the last 18 months of his life, stating that he has loved having different experiences. He has met politicians, people in the media industry, and learned about leadership in various areas. He has also travelled around the world, learning new things and enjoying a different film in his life.