Thomas Tuchel has been confirmed as England’s new permanent manager on an 18-month contract.
The FA have been looking for Gareth Southgate’s successor since he resigned two days after England’s Euro 2024 final defeat by Spain in July and have opted for the former Chelsea manager.
He will begin his £6m-a-year role on January 1, 2025, and become England’s third foreign manager after Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello.
In a statement released on Wednesday morning, the FA confirmed Tuchel signed his contract last Tuesday and will be assisted by former Chelsea and Bayern Munich coach Anthony Barry.
Upon his appointment, Tuchel said, ‘I am very proud to have been given the honour of leading the England team. I have long felt a personal connection to the game in this country, and it has given me some incredible moments already. To have the chance to represent England is a huge privilege, and the opportunity to work with this special and talented group of players is very exciting.
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