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DFB VP Reveals Tuchel Was Considered for National Coach
18 Sep
Summary
- Hans-Joachim Watzke considered Thomas Tuchel for Germany's coaching role.
- Tuchel's past with Borussia Dortmund was a factor in Watzke's view.
- Watzke was consulted before Tuchel became England's manager.
In the aftermath of Germany's "miserable" elimination from the 2022 Qatar World Cup, DFB vice president Hans-Joachim Watzke contemplated hiring Thomas Tuchel as the national team's coach. Watzke shared that after the World Cup disappointment, he considered various options for the coaching role. While Oliver Bierhoff was still with the DFB at the time, Watzke's personal inclination leaned towards Tuchel.
Watzke and Tuchel have a history, having worked together at Borussia Dortmund between 2015 and 2017. Although Tuchel was dismissed shortly after winning the DFB Pokal, Watzke emphasized that their relationship remained positive. Watzke was consulted prior to Tuchel's hiring as the England manager and provided a favorable recommendation for his former colleague.
