Bournemouth defender Steve Cook can see manage Eddie Howe taking charge of England.

Howe has been linked with the Three Lions job this week.

Cook told the Daily Echo: “It's the pinnacle of jobs for an Englishman and shows how well he's managing the club, pushing the players and improving everyone.

“It's no surprise – the only surprise is he's fourth-favourite. For me, he would improve the country's team no end. Hopefully, he won't yet but I'm sure he will one day.

“Nothing has really been mentioned among the lads but I don't think anyone expects him to leave the club any time soon.

“Until that day comes, I don't think it will get spoken about. There will be a lot of very disappointed people if he does.

“Eventually the day will come, but maybe not yet."