Former Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has reportedly privately told his friends about his willingness to become the England boss after their 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final loss to holders Argentina on Wednesday (July 15) in Atlanta.
Although Thomas Tuchel has a deal with the Three Lions till Euro 2028, his future could be in doubt after squandering a winning position against the Albiceleste.
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The 1966 champions opened the scoring through Anthony Gordon in the 55th minute and came within five minutes of victory before a Lionel Messi masteclass sent the holders through. Enzo Fernandez levelled proceedings in the 85th minute before substitute Lautaro Martinez struck a 92nd-minute winner, both set up by Messi.
As per The Mirror, Guardiola – who turned down the opportunity to manage the Three Lions in 2024 – could be open to the idea of becoming their new head coach following their World Cup semi-final exit.
The much-decorated Spaniard is coming off a hugely successful 10-year spell at the Etihad and has seemingly tolld his close circle about managing the Three Lions.
Tuchel’s side take on two-time champions France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place play-off in Miami tonight (July 18). a day before the Albiceleste take on Spain in the final in New Jersey.
How did Pep Guardiola fare in final season at Manchester City amid England job links after 2026 FIFA World Cup exit?
Pep Guardiola ended his stint at Manchester City without the Premier League title in his last season in charge, finishing seven points behind Arsenal, who won the top-flight title for the first time in more than three decades.
The campaign didn’t end without silverware, though, with the Cityzens winning both domestic cups. The England managerial job contender’s side beat Chelsea 1-0 in the FA Cup final and Arsenal 2-0 to win the EFL Cup.
Overall, Pep Guardiola – who has never managed a team in international football – ended his City stint with a rich haul of 20 titles, including the club’s first continental treble in 2023. The Cityzens won six Premier League titles under the Spaniard, who could take over as the new boss of England – whose FIFA World Cup hopes ended with a semi-final defeat to Argentina this week.
Edited by Bhargav
