Chelsea manager news
Here are the latest news and updates on Chelsea FC's manager:
Current Manager: Thomas Tuchel
Latest News:
- Thomas Tuchel has signed a new contract with Chelsea until 2028, committing his future to the club. (Source: BBC Sport)
- Tuchel has praised his players for their hard work and dedication, saying they are "on the right path" after a strong start to the season. (Source: Chelsea FC)
- Chelsea have announced that they will be hosting a friendly match against Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on August 31, with Tuchel set to take charge of his first match against the Gunners. (Source: Chelsea FC)
Previous Managers:
- Frank Lampard was sacked as Chelsea manager in January 2021 after a poor run of results, with Thomas Tuchel taking over as his replacement.
- Lampard had been in charge of the club since July 2019 and led them to a fourth-place finish in the Premier League in his first season.
- Maurizio Sarri was the manager before Lampard, leaving the club in June 2019 to join Juventus.
- Antonio Conte was the manager before Sarri, leaving the club in July 2018 after a disappointing season.
Rumors and Speculation:
- There have been rumors that Chelsea could be interested in appointing a new manager in the future, with some reports suggesting that they could target a big-name coach like Pep Guardiola or Carlo Ancelotti.
- However, Tuchel has said that he is committed to Chelsea and wants to build a successful team over the long term.
- Some fans have been critical of Tuchel's tactics and team selection, but the German coach has remained defiant and has said that he is happy with the progress the team is making.