Former England manager [Gareth Southgate](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gareth_Southgate) announced that he does not envisage a return to coaching, explaining that his enthusiasm for being directly involved in football has waned. The 56‑year‑old, who stepped down after England’s Euro 2024 final loss, has since pursued academic and documentary projects rather than seeking another managerial role.
**What has Southgate been doing since leaving the Three Lions?**
He has taken up a visiting lecturer position at [Harvard Business School](https://www.hbs.edu) in Boston and presented a documentary traveling across the United Kingdom to explore the challenges faced by young men and boys. In a recent interview on the Amol Rajan Connection podcast, he said, “I don’t see a scenario where I do that,” referring to a possible Premier League job.
**Why does he feel detached from the game?**
Southgate explained that toward the end of his England tenure, the joy of winning faded quickly. “By the end, I didn’t even enjoy the wins for any longer than a couple of minutes. So, I’ve hardly watched football,” he told the host. He added that he has not set foot in a stadium since attending the FA Cup final in May 2025, where his former club Crystal Palace lifted its first trophy.
**What are his thoughts on the current Premier League controversy?**
Amid the fallout from [Manchester City F.C.](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manchester_City_F.C.) receiving a guilty verdict on more than 100 alleged rule breaches, Southgate warned that the situation is detrimental to the sport. “My underlying thought is none of this is good for football and there are no winners,” he said. He highlighted the complexity of navigating legal challenges, potential sanctions, and maintaining the integrity of the [Premier League](https://www.premierleague.com).
Southgate’s remarks underscore a personal shift away from frontline football and a broader concern for the health of the game amid regulatory turmoil.