Thomas Tuchel Set to Take over as Bayern Munich’s New Coach

Former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is set to take over as Bayern Munich’s new coach, reports indicate. Tuchel was sacked by Chelsea after going through a rough patch, a decision that Chelsea fans have since condemned with many asking that he go back to the club. He’s since been out of work and traveling the world.

Thomas Tuchel to Take over as Bayern’s New Coach

Bayern Munich are set to sack their current coach Julian Nagelsmann. The feeling with the club’s management is that Julian has not done as good a job as they expected and Bayern is suffering for it. Bayern is currently second in the Bundesliga and Nagelsmann has also failed to ensure sufficient player development in his tenure.

Bayern have scheduled meeting to officially confirm to Julian Nagelsmann that he has been fired. #Nagelsmann

German coach, expected at Säbener Straße soon in order to terminate the contract.

His deal was due to expire in June 2026 but he will leave with immediate effect. pic.twitter.com/GrON4mPZn8

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 24, 2023

As such, they are said to be in the process of having Tuchel sign a contract as the club’s new manager, effectively kicking Julian out. Tuchel has agreed to become the club’s manager and is said to have not hesitated.

Thomas Tuchel will receive contracts in the next hours to sign as new Bayern coach — contract will be valid until June 2025, two year & half deal as expected. #FCBayern

First training session, on Monday.

Tuchel didn’t hesitate — he was leading candidate and wanted the job. pic.twitter.com/HrtflC6y8F

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 24, 2023

Will Thomas Tuchel Succeed at Bayern Munich?

Definitely. Tuchel will succeed at Bayern Munich because he is a very good coach and Bayern Munich are an elite team with very good players. Put the two together and you have the recipe for alchemy and top-notch football.

Tactical Tuchel: Will Tuchel Win the UEFA Champions League with Bayern Munich?

Tuchel would be tremendous for Bayern. He is a very tactical manager who when coupled with an elite team, can conjure wonders on the pitch. He is sure to win Bayern Munich the UEFA Champions League as he did for Chelsea, and for that alone, his appointment is very worthy for Bayern.

Update (26th March 2023): Thomas Tuchel Officially Takes Over as Bayern Munich Coach

Thomas Tuchel has officially taken over as Bayern Munich coach, with the club announcing the beginning of his contract as manager.

After the shocking news on Thursday night…

…Thomas Tuchel signs contract as new Bayern head coach ✍ #FCBayern

It will be valid until June 2025 pic.twitter.com/tPd4bmUTKD

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 25, 2023

Tuchel’s contract will run until June 2025. He is also said to have been on his way to Tottenham Hotspur, to discuss possible appointment as Spurs’ manager, but diverted to head to Bayern Munich. Bayern also officially sacked Julian Nagelsmann, blaming his sacking on stunted player development and poor performance.

Bayern director Salihamidzić explains why they fired Nagelsmann

“After thorough analysis of the sporting development of our team, especially since January and with the experience of the second half of the previous season, we have now decided together to release Julian”. pic.twitter.com/4a5t4yKCNQ

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 24, 2023

A big thanks to Fabrizio Romano Twitter for breaking the wonderful news. Fabrizio is an Italian sports journalist.

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