Wenger backs English boss for England

Arsene Wenger maintains England's next manager must be English.

Fabio Capello has confirmed he intends to leave the role when his contract expires after the 2012 European Championships.

The likes of Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp, Liverpool coach Roy Hodgson, Sunderland's Steve Bruce and current England Under-21 manager Stuart Pearce have all been touted as possible replacements.

Arsenal boss Wenger was himself once top of the Football Association's wanted list, but the Frenchman remains committed to the Gunners' cause, having just signed a contract extension.

Wenger firmly believes the next man in charge of the Three Lions must be home-grown.

"I always come out with the same answer. Let the national team take somebody from England and that represents the country. That is the best way to do it," he said.