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, which will be hosted in the UK and Ireland, the Football Association (FA) announced on Thursday.
The 52-year-old German tactician took charge of the Three Lions in January 2025 on a deal initially scheduled to run until the end of the upcoming World Cup. His previous contract was set to expire after the 2026 tournament.
However, FA officials moved to secure his long-term future following an impressive qualifying campaign and amid speculation linking him with a potential move to Manchester United at the end of the season.
“I am very happy and proud to extend my time with England,” said Tuchel, the former Chelsea manager. “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 Chief Executive Mark Bullingham said the contract extension provides stability ahead of major tournaments.
“We know the players are right behind him, and the togetherness within the group is there for all to see,” Bullingham said.
“By securing him early for 2028, we have taken away the potential distraction of contract negotiations around the tournament.”
Tuchel had previously been mentioned as a possible long-term successor to former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim, despite the club’s recent improvement under caretaker boss Michael Carrick.
With the new agreement in place, Tuchel appears to have ruled himself out of any immediate return to club football, committing his future to England through Euro 2028.
