Some of world football's biggest names have been linked to England's top job since Gareth Southgate hung up his waistcoat. But, for now at least, it is Lee Carsley who takes over as England's interim manager.

The modest, methodical and quietly spoken coach started his footballing journey at Derby County – before making his name at Everton.

Family and charity work are Lee Carsley’s other priorities. He’s a patron of the Solihull Down Syndrome Support Group – after they helped his middle child, Connor following his diagnosis. Lee also volunteers at the Solihull Moors Foundation.

Some say this collection bucket rattler has all the attributes required to lead England to glory, so Mark Coles speaks to his friends, and colleagues to find out more.

Contributors
Becci Fox - CEO, Solihull Moors Foundation
Kevin Turner - Former PE Teacher, Cockshut Hill School
Kevin Kilbane - Former footballer, Everton Football Club
Jack Gaughan - Northern Football Reporter, Daily Mail

Production team
Producers: Di Richardson, Farhana Haider, Drew Hyndman and Ben Morris
Editor: Ben Mundy
Sound: John Scott
Production Co-ordinator: Maria Ogundele

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