Thomas Tuchel’s virulent speech to his players after his dismissal was confirmed by Bayern Munich has been leaked.
Bayern have confirmed they will part ways with Tuchel after crisis talks following a run of three consecutive defeats, amid talk of a dressing room revolt led by Thomas Muller and Joshua Kimmich. Tuchel spoke to his players after his departure was announced and had a special message for those who were eager to see him go.
According to Bild, Tuchel addressed the locker room: “Everyone can show up for the new coach now”. The Bayern boss then urged his team to finish the season strong, adding: “There are no more discussions every week: “There are no more discussions every week, everyone is aware. We can still do something, we have to win.”
A serious drop in level
Bayern general manager Jan-Christian Dreesen also had harsh words for the players. “ Now we’ll take a closer look.”did he declare. “You are responsible! »
Bayern have decided to change coach after seeing Tuchel’s side fall behind in the title race. The Bavarian giants are now eight points behind leaders Bayer Leverkusen and have already been eliminated from the German Cup. Tuchel’s men must also fight to stay in the Champions League. Bayern trails 1-0 after the first leg of the round of 16 against Lazio. Harry Kane has been Bayern’s only bright spot since arriving from Tottenham last summer, scoring 31 goals in his first 31 appearances, and he has also supported Tuchel, but there has been a serious drop in collective standards at the ‘Allianz Arena.
Bayern are looking for a new manager and are reportedly willing to challenge Liverpool for Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso. For his part, Tuchel would like to return to the Premier League and would be interested in the Manchester United job.