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Next England manager: Stoney, Hayes & the top candidates to replace Phil Neville

Phil Neville will leave his role as England head coach in July 2021, something the Football Association has come to a decision on over 12 months in advance.

There have been countless questions asked since the news broke, but the biggest is, of course, who will succeed him?

It's a big job to take on. The FA needs a candidate who can bring an attractive playing style to the table and continue to bring young players through. It will also be looking to trust that person not only to lead the team into the home Euros in 2022, but also the 2023 World Cup.

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Despite the lack of clarity over the complicated situation, the person will most likely be asked to take Team GB to the Olympic Games next year as well, something Neville was supposed to do this year before it was postponed.

So, who are the candidates to follow in his footsteps?