Thomas Tuchel 'can imagine leading England' after ruthless Chelsea sacking

Champions League-winning boss Thomas Tuchel 'can imagine leading England' after being sacked at Chelsea - meaning he could enter into Football Association thinking if they consider parting ways with Gareth Southgate after the World Cup in Qatar. The German tactician remains unemployed after being sacked by Chelsea last month following a dismal 1-0 Champions League loss to Dinamo Zagreb in Croatia.

The Blues' new owner, Todd Boehly, has decided to part ways with Tuchel due to a difference of opinion over the club's vision for the future.

The American businessman then wasted no time in appointing Brighton head coach Graham Potter and so far his decision appears to have paid off after four straight wins.

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According to Germany, Tuchel is now open to managing England in the future, although it is not yet clear if he would be ready to take the opportunity next time.

Reports claim that Tuchel has already rejected the possibility of returning to Bundesliga management with Bayer Leverkusen, who have now moved forward with the appointment of Xabi Alonso.

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Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have also been named as potential future destinations for the 49-year-old.

England boss Southgate knows his role is currently under threat despite signing a new contract which runs until 2024.

The Three Lions are under huge pressure to deliver to Qatar after finishing bottom of their Nations League group, meaning they were relegated from League A.

"As we speak I am under contract for this time in 2024 but I also realize that in football you have to get results," Southgate said.

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"So the plan is there and the desire for continuity is there too, but I also don't take it for granted that you can underperform and expect to stay in this office."

Fears for Southgate's job intensified after the 4-0 home defeat to Hungary at Molineux, but he looks set to lead the Three Lions to the World Cup, where he would seek a third chance after near misses in Russia in 2018 and at the European Championships.

Tuchel apparently needed time out to recuperate after his unexpected dismissal in west London.

It is understood that he is now ready to return to the dugout if the right opportunity arises.

He wrote to Chelsea fans in an open letter last month: "It's one of the hardest statements I've ever had to write - and it's the one I hoped I wouldn't. have to do before many years. I am devastated that my time at Chelsea is coming to an end.

"It's a club where I felt at home, both professionally and personally. Thank you very much to all the staff, players and supporters for welcoming me very well from the start.

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"The pride and joy I felt in helping the team win the Champions League and the Club World Cup will stay with me forever. I'm honored to have been part of the history of this club and memories of the past 19 months will always hold a special place in my heart."