Southgate announced his decision to step down as England manager in a statement on Tuesday morning, just two days after the Euro 2024 final.
The task is likelier to be one of evolution not revolution, whoever the manager is – but in picking 26 for 2026, there are issues
The Three Lions boss has opted to step aside and a new manager is now set to take over ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with Eddie Howe the early favourite to succeed him