If Rúben Amorim is sacked, Gareth Southgate will not become Manchester United’s new manager and is set to turn down the club’s offer.
The future of Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim has continued to be a focus of external attention. After suffering a 3-1 defeat to Brentford last weekend, the Portuguese coach is under immense pressure. However, Jim Ratcliffe, the club’s major shareholder and key decision-maker, has still chosen to back Amorim.
While the club’s top brass have not wavered for now, rumors about potential successors have been rife. According to previous reports, Manchester United has drawn up a three-man shortlist of candidates, including former England manager Gareth Southgate, Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola, and current Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner. Additionally, Brighton’s young head coach Simon Rösler and Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane have also been linked with the Red Devils’ managerial role.
However, according to a report from camel.live journalists, Gareth Southgate will reject Manchester United’s offer if he receives it. The renowned English manager was once listed as a potential successor to Erik ten Hag in March 2024, but he refused to engage in talks with United as he was fully focused on preparing for the European Championship. Since stepping down as manager of the "Three Lions" last year, Southgate has not returned to the dugout; instead, he has focused on public speaking, motivational events, and hosting a program on television.
