Thomas Tuchel Rejected Premier League Job Before England Appointment
Thomas Tuchel reportedly rejected a Premier League job before taking over as England boss.
Following the Euro 2024 final, Gareth Southgate vacated his role as Three Lions boss.
After Lee Carsley took charge on an interim basis, former Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint Germain boss Tuchel was confirmed as England boss.
Since then, the German has so far won seven and lost one out of eight matches, which equates to a win rate of 87.50 per cent.
However, it has now been revealed that Tuchel rejected a Premier League job at the end of the 23/24 season, five months before he was appointed England head coach.
As per journalist Andy Mitten, Tuchel was one of the final two candidates when Manchester United considered sacking Erik ten Hag following the 23/24 campaign.
He said on The Athletic's Talk of The Devils: "Two names came out of that, which was Thomas Tuchel and Roberto De Zerbi. Discussions were had with both about becoming Manchester United manager.
"Tuchel said now was not the time for him. He'd had a tough time at Bayern Munich."
Mitten added: "De Zerbi asked for a lot of money and Manchester United were not prepared to increase the original financial package.
"I would be stunned if De Zerbi is on a third of what he asked United for in his current job at Marseille."
United ended up sticking with Ten Hag, who was then sacked in October 2024.
In came Ruben Amorim, who was the chosen one after his impressive record at Sporting Clube de Portugal.
After a poor campaign that ended with a defeat in the Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur, Amorim survived and was backed in this summer's transfer market.
Having weathered the early season storm, United are now basking in great form as they are currently seventh in the Premier League table, having collected 18 points from 11 matches.
In addition, the Red Devils are on a five-match unbeaten streak, having won against the likes of Sunderland, Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion before securing draws with Nottingham Forest and Spurs.
After the latest international break, United will be back in Premier League action against Everton on November 24.
Topics: Thomas Tuchel, England, Football, Manchester United, Premier League
Marcus Chan