Chelsea sack Thomas Tuchel: 4 men who could replace him

English Premier League side Chelsea announced on Wednesday (Sep 7) that they have parted ways with manager Thomas Tuchel, a day after losing 1-0 to Croatian team Dinamo Zagreb in their opening game of the Champions League group stage.

His departure has stunned many, given that the enigmatic German won the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup in less than two years at the club. He also boasts a 60 per cent win record with the Blues.

Chelsea finished third in the Premier League last season, but currently sit sixth on the table after six games having won three, lost two and drawn the other.

CNA looks at four men who could fill the void at Chelsea.

The Brighton and Hove Albion manager has won plaudits for his side’s progressive style of play since he took charge in 2019, and the results this season have reflected that.

After finishing in ninth place last season, the Seagulls are currently fourth in the Premier League after a series of impressive performances.

Potter is currently one of the bookmakers’ favourites to take over the Chelsea hot seat, although he is under contract at Brighton till 2025.

He may lack the silverware and Champions League experience that some of the other candidates have, but he has proven that he is capable of transforming the culture at a club as well as nurturing talent.

Potter will be a strong asset for a side looking to rebuild.

One of the best midfielders ever, Zidane adapted to a managerial career with relative ease.

He first worked as an assistant to Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid, and coached B-team Castilla before being offered the first-team job in early 2016.

The Frenchman went on to win three straight Champions League titles from 2016 to 2018, and the La Liga crown in 2017.

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