Newcastle’s manager calls speculation ‘a distraction’Howe is pleased for ‘one of the best’ Thomas Tuchel
Eddie Howe has confirmed he received no direct approach from the Football Association regarding the England vacancy but hinted that he would have rebuffed any overtures in order to remain at Newcastle.
In the aftermath of Thomas Tuchel’s appointment as Gareth Southgate’s successor, the FA revealed it spoke to 10 potential candidates. Given Howe was widely regarded as the outstanding English contenders that has raised more than a few eyebrows, but it seems the governing body was deterred by not merely the £6m release clause contained in the manager’s contract but his reluctance to leave St James’ Park.
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