Thomas Tuchel says it’s an ‘honour’ and ‘huge privilege’ as he is named England manager | UK News

Thomas Tuchel has said it is an “honour” and “huge privilege” to be confirmed as England football manager.

In a statement, the new boss of the men’s team said: “I am very proud to have been given the honour of leading the England team.

“I have long felt a personal connection to the game in this country, and it has given me some incredible moments already.

“To have the chance to represent England is a huge privilege, and the opportunity to work with this special and talented group of players is very exciting.

“We will do everything we can to make England successful and the supporters proud. I want to thank the FA, in particular Mark and John, for their trust and I am looking forward to starting our journey together.”

Anthony Barry will be his assistant manager.

Tuchel replaces Gareth Southgate who stepped down after this summer’s Euros.

Temporary manager Lee Carsley is expected to stay in charge for the next two Nations League games against Greece and Ireland.

FA chief executive Mark Bullingham said: “We are thrilled to have hired Thomas Tuchel, one of the best coaches in the world and Anthony Barry who is one of the best English coaches to support him.”

The former Chelsea boss and Paris Saint-Germain has been out of work since he left Bayern Munich last season.

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