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Stuart Pearce is determined to win the European Under-21 Championship with England before proceeding to future decisions.
“If I strip it down, the burning ambition inside me is to win it,” said Pearce, whose contract as coach expires this month.
“I’m looking forward to sitting down with the FA in two weeks’ time.”
England, who took home the trophy during the years 1982 and 1984, will face Italy in their opening game in Tel Aviv on Wednesday.
In spite of losing to Germany 4-0 in Malmo, in 2009, Pearce believes that his current crop, which includes Wilfried Zaha and Jordan Henderson, has the potential to go one step better in Israel.
“When we start our journey every two years, we sit our players down and we talk about winning the tournament. We are here to win the tournament.
“That is the only message I ever send out to the squad.”
The former Manchester City manager, who has been in charge of England Under-21s for six years, said that he wishes to continue in charge of England Under-21s, irrespective of how England performs in Israel.
“I am absolutely delighted with the job I do,” he said.
“I really enjoy working with young players and have a real passion for it myself, and look forward to sitting down with the FA in two weeks’ time.”
Source: BBC Sport
