Everton are poised for an approach from England who have Frank Lampard on their shortlist as a potential replacement for Gareth Southgate.
Despite a clear improvement in England’s performance since Southgate took over, England have yet to win a major tournament with him in charge. Of course, big tournaments are not easy and just ninety minutes can change everything, but the feeling among some English fans is that a change is needed.
Finding a suitable manager for the England role will not be easy with many potential candidates already running their respective clubs.
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One manager who is in the crosshairs, however, is Everton manager Lampard, with Football Insider reporting that the Merseyside club is poised for an FA rapprochement.
Everton have struggled this season with Lampard, but there is an argument that the England manager does not necessarily have to be the best tactician, as international football is very different from club football.
The England manager will only spend a minute of time with his players before international matches, so bringing the group together and creating a strong team bond can be seen as more important than a traditional tactically heavy manager.
