Graham Potter replied to speculation linking him with the Manchester United job. (Image: Sky Sports.)
Former boss declared that he was “open” to the prospect of joining either or England, 17 months on from his Stamford Bridge sacking.
Potter has after a difficult spell with the Blues, but continues to be linked with top jobs after earning a stellar reputation from his time with and .
He worked closely with United sporting director while the pair were together with the Seagulls and consequently regularly is at .
On his return to the limelight with , he was directly asked about the possibility of leading his country and stepping into shoes, to which he joked: “I think it’s time for a commercial break! As an Englishman, of course it’s a fantastic job and I am supportive of whatever The FA decide to do.”
He then gave seven telling words when asked if he would prefer a return to club management, saying: “I am open to anything and everything.”
Potter also denied speaking with Ashworth about replacing , who continues to come under pressure following a 3-0 defeat at home to . “I take what the media say with a pinch of salt,” Potter explained. “A lot of it is untrue and false. I have a lot of conversations with a lot of people. It’s best I keep them private.
Graham Potter during his last match in charge of Chelsea. (Image: Getty)
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“I can’t believe I’m the only coach in the world linked with both and i in the same week! Out of respect for everyone involved, I think it’s best to keep the details private.”
Potter denied the idea that coaching United was an ‘impossible job’ as a result of the immense media scrutiny placed on the team and head coach, while also giving an insight into how their new sporting director operates.
“Dan will want to support and help,” he explained. “That’s my experience working with him. He was very supportive at Brighton. He would challenge at the right time, but want to help.”
Potter remains one of the candidates that the FA will consider as they take their time replacing Southgate, with temporarily handed the reigns in an interim role.
The former Under-21s boss began his audition with 2-0 wins over his Ireland and Finland, but knows that big names such as Potter remain in the frame.
The likes of , and Kieran McKenna have also been mooted, with Potter also linked intensely with a position at 12th-placed United.