England Boss Tuchel Rules Out Club Return Before Euro 2028

England manager Thomas Tuchel has ruled out an early return to club management, reaffirming his commitment to leading the Three Lions until the 2028 European Championship.

Tuchel, who succeeded Gareth Southgate as England manager in 2025, signed a contract extension in February, keeping him in charge of the national team until the end of Euro 2028, which will be co-hosted by England.

Despite reported interest from some of Europe’s leading clubs, the German tactician insists he has no plans to abandon his international assignment before the expiration of his contract.

Speaking on Thursday, Tuchel reiterated his determination to remain in charge of England, saying he was eager to complete the work he had started with the national team.

“I signed the contract, I want to stay until the Euros. I want to do the Euros. We have unfinished business,” he said, as reported by BBC Sport.

His comments come amid reports linking Manchester United with a move for United States men’s national team coach Mauricio Pochettino as a possible replacement for Michael Carrick.

United are reportedly in advanced discussions with the Argentine manager and would need to activate a release clause in his contract, believed to be worth approximately £7 million, to secure his services.

However, Tuchel disclosed that his own contract with the England Football Association does not contain a release clause, further reinforcing his intention to honour his agreement.

Although determined to continue with England, the former Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain manager admitted that he occasionally misses the excitement and intensity of club football.

In particular, he said he misses the frequency of matches, the atmosphere of packed stadiums and the emotional moments surrounding the final minutes of competitive games.

“I miss the 50 matches [a season],” Tuchel said.

“I miss the two minutes when everything is done. You go out two minutes before the whistle goes, it’s like the best two minutes. Everything is done, and you’re in a full stadium, the lights are on, and you’re just so excited and you’re part of it.”

Tuchel guided England to the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in his first major tournament as national team manager, building on the progress made during Southgate’s tenure, which included consecutive European Championship final appearances.

The German believes there is still unfinished business with England and remains focused on helping the team achieve greater success before considering another challenge in club management.

Meanwhile, England are preparing for two important UEFA Nations League fixtures as they seek to strengthen their position in the group.

Tuchel’s side will welcome Croatia on Thursday before travelling to Madrid on Sunday to face reigning World Cup champions and group leaders Spain.

The two fixtures are expected to provide another important assessment of England’s progress under the German manager as preparations continue towards Euro 2028.

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