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England manager Thomas Tuchel has dismissed speculation about an early return to club football, insisting that he is committed to seeing out his contract with the Three Lions until the 2028 European Championship.
The German tactician, who signed a contract extension in February, said his focus remains firmly on delivering success with England rather than pursuing opportunities at Europe’s top clubs.
Speaking to BBC Sport on Thursday, November 12, Tuchel made it clear that he has no intention of abandoning the national team project before Euro 2028, which England will co-host.
“I signed the contract; I want to stay until the Euros. I want to do the Euros. We have unfinished business,” the 53-year-old said.
Tuchel took charge of England in 2025, replacing Gareth Southgate, and has since overseen the team’s preparations for another major international challenge.
His reported commitment will come as a relief to the Football Association, particularly amid speculation linking several high-profile managers with potential moves back into club football.
The former Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain managers also revealed that his England contract contains no release clause, potentially making an early departure more complicated for any club interested in securing his services.
His comments come amid reports linking Manchester United with Mauricio Pochettino, currently manager of the United States men’s national team, as a possible replacement for Michael Carrick.
Although Tuchel appears settled in international management for now, he admitted that he sometimes misses the intensity and regular demands of club football.
The German explained that the prospect of managing around 50 matches a season, experiencing packed stadiums, and enjoying the immediate emotions surrounding weekly football fixtures remains something he misses.
“I miss the 50 matches a season,” he said.
He also described the special feeling of standing in a packed stadium during the final moments of a match, highlighting the emotional connection that comes with club management.
Nevertheless, his immediate priority remains England.
Tuchel reportedly guided the Three Lions to the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, continuing the country’s recent progress in major international competitions.
England is now preparing for two Nations League assignments, beginning with Thursday’s home fixture against Croatia before travelling to Madrid to face group leaders Spain on Sunday.
These matches will provide another opportunity for Tuchel to assess his squad, strengthen tactical relationships, and build momentum ahead of the European Championship.
For England, his declaration offers a degree of stability at a crucial stage of the national team’s development. Having already committed his future to the project, Tuchel appears determined to turn that continuity into silverware.
His message is straightforward: club football can wait. For now, his unfinished business is with England.
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