Thomas Tuchel in Talks to Become England's Next Manager Following Southgate's Resignation

Posted : 15 October 2024

Former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has engaged in discussions with the Football Association (FA) regarding the position of the next England manager. The role has been vacant since Gareth Southgate's resignation, which came on the heels of England's defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. In the interim, Lee Carsley has taken over managerial duties, with plans for him to remain in charge through the autumn as the FA evaluates potential candidates for the permanent position.

Sources have indicated to the BBC that initial talks between Tuchel and the FA have occurred, signaling a serious interest in the role. This move comes after the FA's attempt to gauge Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola's interest in the England position during the summer, though neither the FA nor Manchester City has publicly commented on the inquiries made.

Tuchel's coaching career has been notable, especially after his departure from Bayern Munich in May despite having a year left on his contract. His exit followed a disappointing season in which Bayern failed to secure the Bundesliga title for the first time since the 2011-12 season. The 51-year-old has also managed other high-profile clubs, including Mainz, Borussia Dortmund, and Paris Saint-Germain. His time at Chelsea from January 2021 to September 2022 saw him achieve significant success, including winning the UEFA Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, and UEFA Super Cup before his dismissal.

Gareth Southgate's tenure lasted eight years, during which he led England to major tournament finals, a feat matched only by 1966 World Cup-winning manager Sir Alf Ramsey. Under Southgate's leadership, the team reached the World Cup semi-finals in 2018 and the quarter-finals in 2022, as well as the finals of Euro 2020 and Euro 2024. Carsley, who previously managed the England Under-21 team to a European Championship victory in 2023, has so far achieved three wins and one defeat in the Nations League since stepping into the interim role.

After a recent defeat against Greece, Carsley expressed hope of returning to his Under-21 responsibilities. Following a win over Finland, he emphasized that while he hasn’t ruled himself out of contention for the permanent role, England requires a "world-class coach." Other candidates previously mentioned for the position include Newcastle manager Eddie Howe and former Brighton and Chelsea boss Graham Potter, as the FA continues its search for Southgate's successor.

Thomas Tuchel in Talks to Become England's Next Manager Following Southgate's Resignation

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