The FA are still in the process of appointing a permanent replacement for Gareth Southgate, who resigned shortly after England's 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euros final last month.

They confirmed that he would be in charge for England's opening two Nations League fixtures against Ireland and Finlandd, but also 'with a view to remaining in the position throughout the autumn'.

A number of big name managers have been linked with the top job in English football, but the FA have brought Carsley in just as they did with Southgate when he stepped up, initially on a temporary basis, following the departure of Sam Allardyce.

Last summer Carsley guided his England U21 side to Euros glory last year for the first time for almost forty years.

Carsley said: “It’s an honour to step up and lead this England squad on an interim basis. As I am very familiar with the players and the cycle of international football, it makes sense for me to guide the team while the FA continues the process to recruit a new manager. My main priority is to ensure continuity and our goal is to secure promotion in the UEFA Nations League.”

Mark Bullingham, FA CEO, said: “Lee is a fantastic coach who is well known to the majority of our current senior squad having worked with most at international or club level. He offers us a very strong interim solution and we are confident he will perform well in the UEFA Nations League games ahead. We are grateful to Lee for stepping up to manage the team while we continue with our recruitment process.”

In Carsley’s absence, Ben Futcher will take charge of the MU21s for September’s forthcoming 2025 U21 EURO qualifiers, with respective backroom teams for both squads to be confirmed in due course.

England are in UEFA Nations League B Group 2 alongside Finland, Greece and Republic of Ireland.