According to The Sun, former England international Owen suggested on a TV show that the national team should consider Potter if Southgate leaves.
Owen believes that after the European Championship, regardless of the outcome, Southgate will amicably part ways with England. He said: “I can imagine that, regardless of the outcome, England will part ways with Southgate on good terms. If England wins, Southgate will have retired at the top. He will really enjoy the process. He may even be preparing to switch tracks. The general consensus among England fans is that this tournament will be Southgate’s last dance.”
Owen then talked about who would take over the England national team after Southgate. He said: “If Southgate leaves, there are no outstanding candidates for the moment. I personally insist that the England national team should still consider being led by a homegrown coach. At the club level, we can choose players and head coaches from any country. But back to the national team, I think my national team should be led by my own people. Like France, that’s what the national team means. I think Potter is the available and qualified option at this time. Apart from Potter, I think Cooper is also a great coach. Lampard and Gerrard have had great moments in the past, but they need to get their current jobs done. Howe is the best choice, but he is not available now. So, if Southgate leaves, I vote for Potter.”
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