Thomas Tuchel is no longer the Chelsea manager. This was communicated by the club itself this morning through an official press release. Yesterday evening, Chelsea lost their first Champions League game of the season 1-0 against Dinamo Zagreb, and in the Premier League they are in sixth place after getting just 10 points after six games.
Chelsea, Tuchel no longer the manager: the official statement.
Subsequently, the statement with which Chelsea announced the sacking of Tuchel.
"On behalf of all Chelsea FC, the Club would like to record its gratitude to Thomas and his staff for all their efforts during their time with the Club. Thomas will rightfully have a place in Chelsea history after winning the club the Champions League, Super Cup and Club World Cup during his time here."
Furthermore it states "As the new ownership has reached 100 days of club acquisition, while continuing its hard work to bring the club forward, the new owners believe it is the right time to make this transition."
"Chelsea coaching staff will look after the squad for training and preparing for our upcoming matches as the club moves quickly to appoint a new manager. There will be no further comments until a new manager is appointed."
Chelsea, from Potter to Zidane, the possible replacements for Tuchel
According to Sky UK, Chelsea will ask Brighton to meet Graham Potter today. Also according to Sky UK, two other coaches that Chelsea will approach will be Pochettino and Zidane.
Translated by Mohammed Ibrahim
