The ex-Sunderland boss is the manager England deserve after Euro 2016 disaster with Roy Hodgson.
The FA opts for Allardyce to replace Roy Hodgson after Arsene Wenger rejection.
Anderson returns to the England squad after being rested for the first Test at Lord's.
England face Pakistan in the 2nd Test on 22 July. The visitors lead the four-match series 1-0.
Reports suggested 55-year-old was interviewed for the role on Monday.
IBTimes UK looks at the main talking points to arise from Pakistan's 75-run victory
Mohammad Amir took the last England wicket to lead Pakistan to victory in the first Lord's Test.
The wrist spinner helps tourists to 75-run victory at the home of cricket.
Shah finishes with five for 64 to leave England trailing by 87 with three wickets remaining.
Hampshire announced 35-year-old will have more tests before starting treatment.
A 148-run partnership between Misbah and Asad Shafiq keeps the hosts at bay.
Black Cats boss has emerged as a front runner for the vacant role.
England face Pakistan in the 1st Test at Lords, six years after the spot-fixing controversy took place.
Tyson Fury had earlier said that the rematch with Wladimir Klitschko was confirmed for 29 October.
Andy Murray won his second Wimbledon title beating Milos Raonic in straight sets on 10 July.
Mohammad Amir will play in the first Test against England at Lords, which will start on 14 July.
Mohammad Amir will play at Lord's six years after he was found guilty of spot-fixing at the same venue.
Andy Murray has won one Wimbledon title and that was in 2013.
Germany's general manager believes his compatriot could succeed Roy Hodgson.
Andy Murray faces Tomas Berdych for a place in the final of Wimbledon 2016.
Roger Federer will be playing his 11th semi-final in Wimbledon history.
Andy Murray faces Jo-Wilfried Tsonga as he aims to win his second Wimbledon title.