Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has officially agreed to take on the role of the next manager of the England men’s national team, making him the third non-British permanent manager in the team’s history, following Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello.
Tuchel’s agreement comes after England has been without a permanent manager since Gareth Southgate resigned following the team’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. In the interim, Lee Carsley has been managing the team, leading them through several Nations League matches.
The Football Association (FA) held extensive discussions with Tuchel over the past month, culminating in this agreement.
Tuchel was a favored candidate for the position, especially after he had previously engaged in talks with Manchester United regarding their managerial vacancy.
The 51-year-old German coach has an impressive track record, having won league titles with Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain, as well as securing the UEFA Champions League title with Chelsea in 2021. His experience working with high-profile players, including current England captain Harry Kane, who played under him at Bayern, adds to his credentials.
When asked about Tuchel potentially becoming England’s manager, Kane expressed his respect for Tuchel’s coaching abilities but noted that he had not heard any specific details about the appointment yet.
Tuchel is expected to bring a wealth of tactical knowledge and experience to the England team. He has emphasized his excitement about working with a squad that he believes is capable of achieving significant success on the international stage.
Carsley has performed well during his interim tenure, achieving three wins and one loss in four matches. However, he acknowledged that the role requires a “world-class coach” who has proven success.
