Gareth Southgate has emerged as a candidate to replace Ruben Amorim as Manchester United manager, following Amorim's sacking on Monday after a turbulent 14-month tenure. Club legend Darren Fletcher has been appointed interim boss while United search for their seventh permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013.
Southgate, who last managed England in the Euro 2024 final, has been consistently linked with the United job since Sir Jim Ratcliffe acquired a minority stake in February 2024. Reports suggest Southgate is considering applying but has concerns about whether he would be granted enough time to build his squad.
If appointed, Southgate is likely to abandon Amorim's failed 3-4-2-1 formation in favour of a 4-3-2-1 or 4-3-3 system. His tactical approach focuses on shielding the defence with a double pivot and prioritising structured games over high-intensity pressing.
In goal, current first-choice Lammens would likely retain his place, though former England shot-stopper Jordan Pickford may be considered. Central defence could see Lisandro Martinez partnered with Marc Guehi, whose Crystal Palace contract expires this summer. Luke Shaw would occupy left-back, while Newcastle's Tino Livramento is a target for right-back.
Midfield additions could include Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, valued at up to £100m, and Matheus Cunha, who could replace Bruno Fernandes in the No.10 role if Fernandes leaves. Harry Kane, enjoying a prolific season at Bayern Munich, is linked with a reunion with Southgate at United.
Kobbie Mainoo, who Southgate handed his England debut, and Mason Mount would provide rotation options. The potential lineup reflects Southgate's preference for familiar England internationals and players who fit his structured system.
