Is Manchester United really interested in hiring Gareth Southgate? | OneFootball

A new name appears on Manchester United's radar.

Getty Images

The storm clouds are gathering over Old Trafford as pressure intensifies on Manchester United's manager, Ruben Amorim. With the team's fortunes faltering, the club's hierarchy has begun the delicate process of scouting for a potential new leader to steer the iconic club forward.

At the forefront of their considerations are two prominent names: the current England national team manager, Gareth Southgate, and the recently available Graham Potter.

Reports from talkSPORT suggest that United's minority owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has already initiated direct conversations with Southgate in recent weeks. While the Englishman was approached approximately a year ago, he opted to remain in international football at that time, but conversations have now been rekindled.

Simultaneously, as noted by Fichajes, Graham Potter has emerged as another serious contender. Potter finds himself on the market after a brief and challenging stint with West Ham United came to an end, following a dismal run of results that left the London club languishing near the bottom of the league.

The search, however, appears to extend beyond these two front-runners. The club's shortlist is also believed to include the tactical minds of Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner and Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola, indicating a desire to explore a range of philosophical fits.

Despite the growing discontent, fueled by a meager return of just 33 points from 34 Premier League matches, the United board is proceeding with financial caution.

A swift dismissal of Amorim would come at a significant cost, triggering a compensation fee estimated at around £12 million. This hefty financial penalty is a key factor in their deliberations, making it increasingly likely that a final decision on his future could be delayed until later in the year, potentially around November.