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Thomas Tuchel extends his stay as England manager, signs new contract until 2028

By Linda Ikeji 12 February 2026, 11:27 am 0 comments

Thomas Tuchel has signed a new contract that will see him remain head coach of the England national football team through to the end of Euro 2028 in the UK and Ireland, the Football Association announced on Thursday.

The German took charge in January 2025 on a deal that was scheduled to run until this summer's World Cup.

His existing contract was due to expire at the end of the forthcoming World Cup.

However, FA officials have acted following an impressive qualifying campaign and amid concerns that Tuchel may be in the frame for the Manchester United job at the end of the season.

“I am very happy and proud to extend my time with England,” said the 52-year-old former Chelsea boss, whose previous deal with the national side ran only until the end of the 2026 World Cup.

“It is no secret to anyone that I have loved every minute so far of working with my players and coaches, and I cannot wait to lead them to the World Cup.

FA CEO Mark Bullingham said the new agreement with Tuchel would provide “clarity and full focus” on the World Cup.

"We know the players are right behind him, and the togetherness within the group is there for all to see," said Bullingham.

"By securing them early for 2028, we have taken away the potential distraction of contract negotiations around the tournament."

Tuchel had been previously touted as a possible permanent successor to sacked former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim, even though the English giants have experienced an upturn in form under caretaker boss Michael Carrick.

But in signing a new England contract, Tuchel appears to have ruled himself out of a post-World Cup move to Old Trafford.