FA to introduce diversity regulations

Although the move will not make it mandatory for teams to have a black, Asian or ethnic minority coach, BAME coaches will be introduced where possible amongst men's, women's and disabled teams at all age levels. 

There are a total of 28 national teams, and the FA will look to hire people in a variety of roles across all 28, in both full-time and part-time capacities.

The push for diversity is an English version of American Football's 'Rooney Rule', a rule that requires all of the NFL's teams to interview BAME candidates for senior roles. 

It comes as a reaction to campaigns for more diversity in the English game, after criticisms about the lack of BAME coaches in major roles in the Premier League and beyond.

It is rumoured that Chris Powell, the manager of Southend United, could join Gareth Southgate's team for the English senior team, although any appointment is likely to happen after the World Cup.