Thomas Tuchel sacked as Chelsea coach
Owner Todd Boehly has placed Tuchel’s coaching staff in temporary charge until a replacement is found.
Thomas Tuhcel has been fired by Chelsea following his uninspiring start to the season both in the Premier League and the Champions League.
The 20-month reign of the 49-year-old former Borussia Dortmund and Paris St-Germain at Stamford Bridge was brought to an abrupt end on Wednesday.
Owner Todd Boehly has placed Tuchel’s coaching staff in temporary charge until a replacement is found.
A club statement said the owners believe it is “the right time” to bring in a new head coach.
“As the new ownership group reaches 100 days since taking over the Club, and as it continues its hard work to take the club forward, the new owners believe it is the right time to make this transition,” the statement read.
“On behalf of everyone at Chelsea FC, the club would like to place on record its gratitude to Thomas and his staff for all their efforts during their time with the club. Thomas will rightly have a place in Chelsea’s history after winning the Champions League, the Super Cup and Club World Cup in his time here.”
Tuchel was appointed on 26 January, 2021, replacing Frank Lampard, and guided the club to their second Champions League title just four months later.
