Manchester United did recently hold some talks with Thomas Tuchel to inform him he’d be their number one replacement if Erik ten Hag were to be shown the door at Old Trafford, a report from the

Thomas Tuchel has revealed that the “fast and straightforward” manner of England’s approach ultimately convinced him to accept the national team job ahead of the Manchester United role. On Tuesday evening, it emerged that Tuchel had agreed a deal to succeed Gareth Southgate as England manager.

Manchester United made clear to Thomas Tuchel that he was top of their list if they choose to replace Erik ten Hag, before the German took the England job. The former Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain boss has reached an agreement to be England’s next permanent manager.