On October 16, 2024, Thomas Tuchel was appointed as the manager of the England national team, signifying a major milestone for both English and German football. Known for his prior experience with Bayern Munich and Chelsea, Tuchel recognizes the significance of leading the Three Lions into the 2026 World Cup. This appointment showcases the increasing acceptance of German managers in the English leagues, largely influenced by Jürgen Klopp’s success at Liverpool, which paved the way for more German leadership in professional football outside their home country.
"Wembley is the heart, the capital and the cathedral of football, and I think he was absolutely right." Thomas Tuchel stated, highlighting the significance of his appointment.
"Until the 2010s, successful German managers who were tempted to work abroad either went to a neighbouring country or possibly Spain. Jupp Heynckes was an exception." This reflects the changing dynamics of international managerial roles.
"Klopp has a role to play, but I think it is an inevitable way of how English football works. Everyone wants to find the next big thing.” Jonathan Harding highlighted the evolving nature of managerial recruitment.
"Respect for German managers beyond the borders of the Bundesliga has grown immeasurably in the past 15 years, and, of course, it has a lot to do with Jürgen Klopp." This underscores the influence of Klopp on German managers' prospects abroad.
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