Thomas Tuchel Responds To Man United Rumoured Links
Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Manchester United held meetings with Thomas Tuchel in the summer, considering him as a potential replacement for Erik ten Hag.
Erik Ten Hag’s future was in serious doubt following a disappointing end to last season, and INEOS, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, was reportedly close to parting ways with ten Hag.
However, the club’s FA Cup victory over Manchester City is said to have played a crucial role in their decision to retain him.
Speaking on The Debrief Podcast, Romano revealed the discussions that took place between Manchester United and Tuchel during the summer:
“That’s 100% sure and confirmed. Tuchel had a meeting with Man United, then they decided to continue with Erik ten Hag.”
“This is part of the process, part of, again, as you mentioned. Top clubs always do when they consider the possibility to replace the manager. And then in this case, United decided to continue with Erik ten Hag. But Tuchel was another name they considered.”
Thomas Tuchel On Premier League Return
Thomas Tuchel has responded to speculation linking him with the Manchester United job, insisting that he is happy with whatever comes after his Bayern Munich tenure.
Asked where he will be coaching next , Tuchel told TNT Sports: “I don’t need it for the extra percentage of competitiveness because I’m always up for a win, I’m always thinking how to improve the squad or how to improve myself in coaching.
“We go all in. Does it have an influence on where I am next job? Maybe not, maybe I’m on holiday no matter what, let’s see, let’s see.”
Tuchel has been heavily linked with a return to the Premier League, especially given the uncertainty around Erik ten Hag’s future at Manchester United.
The German, who led Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2021, would love to work in England again.
“It is no secret that I loved it at Chelsea, I loved it in England and I loved it in the Premier League for sure, it was a very, very special time and I remember it very well,” he added.
