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David Seaman makes his choice for Gareth Southgate's successor as England manager

David Seaman makes his choice for Gareth Southgate's successor as England managerADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images

David Seaman believes Eddie Howe should be the next man in charge of England.

Longtime manager Gareth Southgate stepped down from the role earlier this week after leading the Three Lions to their second successive European Championship final, officially starting the process to find the team's next gaffer.

Former England and Arsenal goalkeeper Seaman, who represented the Three Lions 75 times, thinks current Newcastle manager Eddie Howe should be Southgate's successor.

Speaking to Betway, Seaman explained that Howe's familiarity with the Premier League should give him a leg up on the job.

"If I had to choose the next England manager I would go for Eddie Howe, because he’s used to dealing with Premier League players," Seaman said. "He seems to tick all the boxes for an England manager, and he would have the respect of the players for what he has achieved at Newcastle.

"The FA would have to tempt him away from his club, and it’s tough because that day-to-day life of club management is a big buzz. I would imagine every English manager’s dream is to manage England, though, and if you get the opportunity, there aren’t many that would turn it down."

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