Graham Potter ‘turns down two Premier League jobs’ over Gareth Southgate

It has been reported that Potter would take the United job if asked – but his main aim is to take charge of England. Southgate, who is out of contract at the end of this year, has put talks over his future on hold until after Euro 2024 as they aim for their first major tournament success since 1966.

Potter has spoken to many clubs over the past two months to gather information, rather than actively trying to secure a new position. He has been on an upward trajectory since starting his professional managerial career at Ostersunds in Sweden, after moving to England with Swansea, Brighton and Chelsea.

England begin their Euro 2024 campaign in two weeks when they face Serbia in their opening group game. Before that, the Three Lions face Bosnia and Herzegovina at St James’ Park on Monday before taking on Iceland at Wembley in their final pre-tournament warm-up game.

Speaking ahead of Monday’s game at Newcastle, Southgate said: “Getting the team on the road is something we’ve enjoyed doing. Of course, playing at Wembley for your country is very special, so you never want to lose that aspect. We have a nice contrast this week of being able to do both.

“But we’re England. We represent everybody. Obviously I’ve played in the North East and I know how passionate people here are about their football.

“Newcastle, with the last couple of seasons they’ve had and the drive at the back, but there’s going to be a lot of Sunderland fans up there and Middlesbrough fans. It’s going to be a brilliant night. I’m looking forward to it.”

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