Graham Potter has expressed his readiness to return to football management after being out of work since leaving Chelsea in April 2023. Amid speculation of succeeding Gareth Southgate as the England manager, Potter emphasized his respect for Southgate's achievements but avoided confirming his interest in the national team role. Potter, who has also managed Brighton and Swansea, mentioned he had been in talks with various clubs but was waiting for the right opportunity to return to management. He received an honorary doctorate from Leeds Beckett University, where he reiterated his readiness and excitement for the next challenge. Despite being one of the leading candidates for the England job, along with Newcastle's Eddie Howe, Potter remains non-committal about the position.