Thomas Tuchel is the leading candidate to become England manager with Pep Guardiola also an option

According to L’Équipe, Thomas Tuchel is now the leading candidate to become the new England manager. Lee Carsley is currently the interim boss of the Three Lions, but after a disappointing result against Greece is not expected to retain the role on a full-time basis.

Tuchel is not the only candidate, and the FA has not commented on the possibility of any contact with the former Bayern manager. Graham Potter’s stance has a candidate is considered weak, and Eddie Howe doesn’t want to leave Newcastle. The former Chelsea and PSG boss’s availability without a club makes him much easier to appoint.

Pep Guardiola is also an option

L’Équipe understands that Manchester City manager Guardiola is also being considered for the vacant post. However, the Spanish coach’s contract at the Etihad Stadium does not expire until June. Carsley could be kept in his position as interim coach until June to allow the FA to appoint the former Barcelona boss.

GFFN | Liam Wraith