Former PSG manager Thomas Tuchel is taking a flight to England to begin his new life at English giants Chelsea.
As reported by The Athletic’s David Ornstein, the 47-year-old German will sign an 18-month contract that includes a one-year option.
“Thomas Tuchel due to fly to London from Paris at lunchtime — plan is to take Chelsea training this afternoon. Initially bringing 3 staff & hoped on bench v #WWFC. Done deal: 18mnth contract + 1yr option either side can activate,” Ornstein reported.
🚨 EXCL: Thomas Tuchel due to fly to London from Paris at lunchtime — plan is to take Chelsea training this afternoon. Initially bringing 3 staff & hoped on bench v #WWFC. Done deal: 18mnth contract + 1yr option either side can activate @TheAthleticUK #CFC https://t.co/DGkN9gMNBn
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) January 26, 2021
Meanwhile, it is unclear if Tuchel will be on the bench when Chelsea welcome the feisty Wolves to Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night in a league game.
“The 47-year-old will initially enter with three staff members. COVID-19 tests and work permits have been sorted to enter the Chelsea bubble,” added the report.
