October 15th 2024.
According to recent reports, it seems that Thomas Tuchel will soon be taking over as the new manager for England's national football team. After extensive discussions with the Football Association, the 51-year-old German coach has agreed to permanently replace Gareth Southgate, who stepped down after England's Euro 2024 campaign earlier this year.
The Times has shared that an official announcement is expected to be made this week, marking the end of Tuchel's search for a new team after his departure from Bayern Munich at the end of last season. Interestingly, Tuchel had also been in talks with Manchester United as a potential replacement for Erik ten Hag, but ultimately the Premier League side decided to keep the Dutchman in charge.
Since United's initial approach, the FA has conducted in-depth negotiations with Tuchel, while also appointing Lee Carsley as interim manager for England's upcoming Nations League matches in September, October, and November. Tuchel brings an impressive track record to the table, having won league titles with both Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain, as well as claiming the Champions League trophy during his time at Chelsea.
It seems that Tuchel's former players are also excited about the news, with England captain Harry Kane expressing his admiration for the German coach. In an interview with Sky Germany, Kane shared his thoughts on the potential appointment, saying, "He's a fantastic coach and a fantastic person. I'm sure the FA will contact me when they know more about this issue."
If the deal goes through, Tuchel will be the third overseas coach to take charge of England's national team, following in the footsteps of Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello. After England's recent 3-1 victory against Finland, interim manager Lee Carsley emphasized the need for a "world-class coach" to lead the team, stating that he is still on his own journey to become just that.
It's worth noting that the FA had also made an informal approach to Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola before reaching an agreement with Tuchel. However, it seems that the Catalan coach has yet to make a decision about his future, as his current contract with City is set to expire at the end of this season. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development in the world of football.
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