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Metro
10 hours ago
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- Metro
Gareth Southgate REJECTED for Poland job as chief reveals reason why
Former England manager Gareth Southgate has been turned away in his bid to return to international football management – with Poland rejecting his offer to become their new head coach. Southgate led the Three Lions to two European Championship finals and a World Cup semi-final during his eight years at the helm, stepping down last summer after Euro 2024 final heartbreak against Spain. The 54-year-old insisted last year he was in 'no rush' to return to management but Polish daily newspaper Przeglad Sportowy this week claimed Southgate submitted an application to take the reins at Poland. In an interview with the same publication, the president of the Polish Football Association, Cezary Kulesza, has confirmed the former defender was interested in the role. But with 'no guarantee of success' in employing a foreign coach, Southgate's application was rejected. 'We have received an offer to hire him, but we must remember one basic thing: no foreign coach will give us a guarantee that we will qualify for the World Cup,' Kulesza said. 'If he gave us such a guarantee, I would hire him immediately.' Kulesza pointed to the example of Fernando Santos' recent reign in charge as Poland boss to support his reasoning for not considering Southgate. Santos managed his home country Portugal for eight years following a stellar career at club level across Europe. But his disastrous spell in charge of Poland lasted less than 10 months, criticised for poor performances and not attending Polish league matches. 'Fernando Santos is a perfect example,' Kulesza said. 'A successful coach, a big name, everyone applauded, and the verification was surprising and painful for all of us.' Poland are instead hoping to appoint Maciej Skorża. The experienced coach is in charge of Japanese side Urawa Red Diamonds who are currently competing in the Club World Cup in the United States. Poland are looking for a new head coach after the sudden resignation of Michal Probierz last week. His decision came after Robert Lewandowski, the country's record goalscorer, said he would not play for his country while Probierz is in charge. More Trending Southgate meanwhile was briefly linked with the Manchester United job last year but indicated last October he would take at least a year out of the game. 'I won't coach in the next year for sure, I'm certain of that,' Southgate said in October. '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 time, you need to give your mind time. 'I'm enjoying my life, so there's no rush. I'm fortunate that there are lots of opportunities presenting themselves.' MORE: Premier League club favourites to sign Jack Grealish as Manchester City set asking price MORE: England and Chelsea legend Frank Lampard backed for Premier League job MORE: Kyle Walker agrees to join Premier League club ahead of Manchester City exit
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Gareth Southgate ‘offers himself to POLAND as England manager targets shock new job in dugout'
Southgate was knighted during his time with England OPEN GATE Gareth Southgate 'offers himself to POLAND as England manager targets shock new job in dugout' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GARETH SOUTHGATE has his eyes set on becoming POLAND'S new manager, according to reports. It comes days after Michal Probierz resigned from his post after his public spat with national hero Robert Lewandowski. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Gareth Southgate has reportedly 'offered himself to Poland' Credit: Getty Lewandowski, who is Poland's record goalscorer with 85 goals in 158 appearances, said he would not play for his country again under him. Probierz resigned after Poland suffered a 2-1 loss in Finland in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. But according to Polish daily newspaper Przeglad Sportowy, Southgate has now submitted an application to become Poland's new boss. The report adds that Southgate has also "personally expressed his desire to take over". READ MORE IN FOOTBALL GROUND TO A HALT Abandoned 34,500-seater stadium tipped to host Euro 2028 games lands £50m The 54-year-old stepped down as England manager last July following his side's defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Southgate was linked with replacing Erik ten Hag as Manchester United manager in October. But, he quickly ruled out the prospect of making a quick return to management and made it clear he is in "no rush" to find his next role. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball.
Metro
5 days ago
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- Metro
Gareth Southgate targets return to manage national team
Former England manager Gareth Southgate has applied to become the new head coach of Poland's national team, according to reports. The 54-year-old stepped down as England manager last July following his side's defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Southgate was linked with replacing Erik ten Hag as Manchester United manager in October. However, he ruled out the prospect of making a quick return to management and made it clear he is in 'no rush' to find his next role after his resignation with England. 'I won't coach in the next year for sure, I'm certain of that,' Southgate said in October. '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 time, you need to give your mind time. 'I'm enjoying my life, so there's no rush. I'm fortunate that there are lots of opportunities presenting themselves.' According to Polish daily newspaper Przeglad Sportowy, Southgate has now submitted an application to become Poland's new head coach. The report adds that Southgate has also 'personally expressed his desire to take over' Poland's national side. Poland are looking for a new head coach following Michal Probierz's resignation last week. The decision came after Robert Lewandowski, Poland's record goalscorer, said he would not play for his country while Probierz is in charge after he was replaced as captain by Piotr Zielinski. 'Taking into account the circumstances and a loss of trust in the coach, I have decided to resign from playing for the Poland national team for as long as he remains in charge,' Lewandowski said in a statement on social media. 'I hope I will still have another chance to play again for the best fans in the world.' More Trending Probierz opted to step down as Poland's head coach and said in a statement: 'I have come to the conclusion that in the current situation the best decision for the good of the national team will be my resignation from the position of coach. 'Performing this function was the fulfilment of my professional dreams and the greatest honour in my life.' Probierz was appointed as Poland's head coach in September 2023 but his side finished bottom of their group at Euro 2024. Poland, who were beaten 2-1 by Finland in their World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, are due to play the Netherlands on September 4. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
