In a notable development, England will not be required to pay Bayern Munich a transfer fee for hiring Thomas Tuchel, despite the German manager being under contract with the Bundesliga giants until 2025. This comes as a result of an agreement made between Tuchel and Bayern back in February, ensuring no financial demands would be placed on the coach should he pursue a new position during his contract term.
Tuchel, who earned €9 million annually plus bonuses at Bayern, is likely to appreciate this gesture, as it simplifies his transition to leading the England national team. The English FA will also welcome the financial relief in securing a coach of Tuchel’s caliber without a hefty price tag. If he were still contracted to a Premier League club like Chelsea or had joined Manchester United, such a favorable deal would have been unlikely.
This isn’t the first time Bayern Munich has allowed one of its managers to join a national side without compensation. When Hansi Flick moved to manage Germany, the DFB was not required to pay a fee, and similarly, when Julian Nagelsmann succeeded him, Bayern absorbed part of his salary to facilitate the move. Having subsidized the DFB for several years, it’s interesting to see the club extend this courtesy to England.
On a side note, the trend of recent Bayern managers moving into international football is intriguing. With Flick, Nagelsmann, and now Tuchel transitioning to the international stage, could we see Vincent Kompany coaching Belgium in the near future?
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