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England’s Future Manager: Frank Lampard in the Frame
The Football Association (FA) is exploring options for the next manager of the England national team, and Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has emerged as a potential candidate. According to The Telegraph, Lampard is part of a four-man shortlist that includes Pep Guardiola, Graham Potter, and Eddie Howe.
Lampard, 46, has been out of a managerial job since leaving Chelsea in May 2023. He first took charge of the London giants in 2019, impressing with his run at Derby County, where he achieved a 42.1% win ratio. Despite a good start at Chelsea, Lampard struggled in his second campaign and lost his job in January 2021.
The FA is keeping its options open for the permanent role, with interim manager Lee Carsley’s tenure set to end in November. Carsley has enjoyed an impressive start to his new position, registering wins over the Republic of Ireland and Finland.
Guardiola, who is the FA’s dream candidate, has a contract with Manchester City that expires next summer. However, prising him away from the Etihad could be next to impossible. Potter, on the other hand, is available for the position after parting ways with Chelsea in April 2023.
Howe remains settled with Newcastle United and hinted over the summer that he might not be interested in the England job. Jurgen Klopp was also an option following his departure from Liverpool, but the German wants to take a year-long sabbatical. Mauricio Pochettino, previously on the FA’s wish list, has already taken charge of the US Men’s team.
Lampard’s second tenure with Chelsea ended in May last year, and the club subsequently opted to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as their next manager. The Argentinian was ultimately replaced by Enzo Maresca this summer.
The FA will have to weigh its options carefully, considering the strengths and weaknesses of each candidate. Will Frank Lampard get the chance to manage his country? Only time will tell.
