Aston Lukoye
Summary:
- Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has agreed to become the next England manager.
- Tuchel will be the third non-British permanent manager of the England men’s team, after Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello.
Former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has officially agreed to take on the role of England men’s team manager, marking a significant moment for the team as they bring in their third non-British coach. The Football Association confirmed the news after assessing several candidates for the position.
Tuchel, who previously managed Chelsea from January 2021 to September 2022, is well-acquainted with English football. His time at Chelsea saw him achieve considerable success, which likely played a part in his selection for the prestigious role.
England has been without a permanent manager since Gareth Southgate resigned following the team’s Euro 2024 final defeat against Spain. In the interim, Lee Carsley stepped in to guide the squad “to remain in the position throughout autumn” while the FA conducted its search for a new manager.
According to sources, an approach was also made to Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola over the summer to gauge his interest in the role. However, Tuchel ultimately emerged as the leading candidate.
As Tuchel prepares to take over as England manager, his extensive experience in English football will be invaluable. The national team now looks to rebuild under his leadership following their disappointing Euro 2024 run, with high expectations for future success.
