England Under-21 coach Ashley Cole speaks about his future after Euro triumph

Ashley Cole has spoken about his future after leading England Under-21s to their first European Championship title. The former Chelsea and Arsenal defender said he is "delighted" with the achievement, but he is not sure if he will stay on as coach.

"It's been an incredible journey," Cole said. "I'm so proud of the players and the staff. We've worked so hard, and it's all paid off. I'm delighted to be a part of this history."

Cole took over as England Under-21 coach in 2019, and he has overseen a period of great success. The team has won the Toulon Tournament twice, and they have now won the European Championship.

Cole is a highly respected figure in English football, and he is seen as a potential future manager of the senior team. However, he has said that he is not sure if he wants to take on that role right now.

"I'm not sure what the future holds," Cole said. "I'm enjoying my time with the Under-21s, but I'm also open to other opportunities. We'll see what happens."

Cole's decision is likely to be influenced by the outcome of the senior team's World Cup campaign in Qatar later this year. If England do well, it could put Cole in contention to become the next manager. However, if they fail to perform, he may decide to stay with the Under-21s for the time being.

Whatever Cole decides to do, he has already made a significant contribution to English football. He has helped to develop some of the country's brightest young talents, and he has led the Under-21s to their first major trophy. He is a role model for aspiring coaches, and he is sure to continue to be a successful figure in the game for many years to come.