The Portuguese coach is facing growing scrutiny following Saturday’s heavy 3-1 defeat to Brentford. ..Continue Reading
The result meant United still haven’t managed back-to-back Premier League wins under Amorim, undoing the momentum gained from their victory over Chelsea the week before.
United slipped to 14th place, with Brentford climbing above them, sparking talk that a list of managerial candidates is being prepared to replace the 40-year-old.
TalkSPORT reported that Southgate is among three names being considered for the Old Trafford role, alongside Crystal Palace’s Oliver Glasner and Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola.
It is claimed Sir Jim Ratcliffe, United’s minority stakeholder, has already spoken with Southgate.
And Shaw has previously praised Southgate after becoming a regular in his England squad when fit.
“To be honest, I don’t really understand the criticism,” Shaw declared last July before England lost the Euro 2024 final to Spain.
“I think what he’s done for the country, for us as players as well. I think he’s really took us to the next level. I think no manager has really been as successful as him as what he’s done recently.
“It’s now another semi-final, and for me and us as players we love him. I think he’s really good. He’s exactly what we need. For us, he always puts the players first and for that we’re able to go out on the pitch and try to be at our best.
“I think, for me, personally, I’ve got a lot to thank him for, because he showed a lot of faith and trust in picking me when he didn’t have to. For that, I’ll always be thankful. But for me now I need to repay the faith that he’s shown in me.”
Southgate has remained unattached since stepping down after England’s painful defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Still, he continues to be linked with the United job.
Last October, Southgate made it clear he wouldn’t return to coaching within the year amid speculation he could replace Erik ten Hag.
“I won’t coach in the next year, for sure. I’m certain of that,” Southgate said. “I need to give myself time to make good decisions. When you come out of a really big role you need to give your body time, you need to give your mind time.”
Nevertheless, Amorim is believed to be admired by Ratcliffe and could remain in contention if his position becomes vacant.
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