Gareth Southgate ‘poised to return’ to management at Premier League club

The former England manager has reportedly been ‘identified’ for the role.

The former Three Lions gaffer has been away from the dugout since resigning after the Euro 2024 final defeat versus Spain.

Since then, he has been attending matches as a UEFA technical observer, however remains without a job in management.

And now, it has been reported that with an impending takeover, he is 'of interest' to Everton, as per GiveMeSport.

It was announced on Monday that Friedkin Group have agreed to purchase Farhad Moshiri's majority stake in the club with processes moving quickly.

The incoming owners have reportedly identified Southgate as a candidate to replace Sean Dyche - should he be relieved of his duties.

The Toffees have endured an underwhelming start to the season - picking up one point from five possible games.

Having squandered leads against Aston Villa and Bournemouth from 2-0, they since drew at Leicester City having been ahead.

Dan Friedkin, the club's prospective new owner, is said to be interested in appointing Southgate should the takeover go through.

The report additionally states that a decision has yet been made on Dyche's future and he is not blamed for the leads lost against Bournemouth and Villa.