DECLAN RICE has led tributes to Gareth Southgate after he stepped down as England manager.
Southgate confirmed that he would no longer lead the team following defeat in the Euro 2024 final to Spain.
2Declan Rice thanked Gareth Southgate for his time in charge of EnglandCredit: Getty
Players shared this touching picture of SouthgateCredit: Instagram
The manager was always well respected by his players and they have taken to social media to show their appreciation.
Rice was one of the first to make a statement in which he deemed it a “privilege” to play under the boss.
He wrote: “Thank you gaffer, it has been a privilege to play for England under your guidance.
“Memories will stay with me forever. All the best of luck with your next adventure.”
Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford posted a picture of himself and Southgate hugging after one match.
He wrote: “Completely gutted. This will hurt for a while.
“Appreciate everyone who supported us during the tournament and I’d like to thank all my teammates and staff for their work throughout.
“I also want to say a special thank you to the boss for always believing in me during his time with us and I would like to wish him all the best in his next steps.
