Lee Carsley Addresses England Football Manager Position After Southgate's Resignation

Lee Carsley's Comments on England Football Manager Position

Lee Carsley, currently the interim manager of the England football team, has clarified that he did not formally apply to become the next permanent manager after Gareth Southgate's resignation. Speaking to talkSPORT, he stated, “No, I didn’t apply for it.” This revelation has prompted discussions around Carsley’s intentions regarding the senior manager role and his satisfaction with his responsibilities as the coach of England’s Under-21 team.

Interim Role and Future Plans

Having been appointed interim manager just one week after the job posting by the Football Association (FA), Carsley is preparing for his fourth game in charge. He highlighted the opportunity as a privilege, stating, “It was the proudest moment of my career.” Carsley emphasized that he is focused on doing his best during the interim period without viewing it as an audition for the permanent position.

Comments on Coaching Aspirations

In light of recent rumors about his future, Carsley confirmed during his pre-match press conference that he hopes to return to the Under-21 role after his interim duties. He mentioned, “Hopefully,” indicating that while he is dedicated to the senior team for now, he is invested in the Under-21s.

• England currently ranks second in League B of the Nations League.
• The team faces challenges in securing their position as they pursue leadership in their group.
• Carsley's interim tenure is seen as an opportunity for him to showcase his capabilities as a coach.