Tuchel's reversal creates significant issues for FC Bayern
FC Bayern is currently in the process of restructuring their squad, but without a new head coach, they're finding it hard to move forward. The rumors surrounding Thomas Tuchel are making things difficult for the team, and it's especially frustrating for Max Eberl.
Normally, according to Eberl, these discussions would happen behind closed doors. "You come to an agreement or you don't - and then you part ways," he said. But the insider information leaking out has been causing trouble for the club.
It's still uncertain whether Tuchel will stay in Munich as their coach or not. Despite statements to the contrary from the boardroom, and doubts from Uli Hoeneß, it's speculated that Bayern could be headed for a potential crisis if he does remain.
For example, if Tuchel were to stay, he could potentially become a very powerful figure within the club. This raises questions like, how much power would he have if he does stay?
Bayern is under a lot of pressure to find a new coach, as they've rejected candidates like Xabi Alonso, Julian Nagelsmann, Ralf Rangnick, and most recently, Oliver Glasner. With the programming of various players, such as Leon Goretzka, Joshua Kimmich, Matthijs de Ligt, Alphonso Davies, and Dayot Upamecano, there could be potential complications in the future.
If Tuchel does stay, he could set conditions in this tense situation. This could potentially lead to the return of discussions about the "holding six." It's also unclear how he would handle players with whom there have been issues in the past.
Bayern is trying to push ahead with their squad planning, even with the uncertainty surrounding the coaching situation. They have a few contracts that expire, but the basis isn't terrible. Five to seven new players are reportedly set to arrive, but only if one or two stars leave early.
Chances are, though, Tuchel won't be offered a new contract with a term of several years. That arrangement "apparently won't be feasible" in the supervisory board, given his original contract runs until 2025. But does he want to be a temporary fix that'll be removed next year? As of now, Tuchel is "seriously considering his options."
Eberl and sports director Christoph Freund are already having a hard time with the complicated coaching situation, and it's still unclear how it'll all play out. Tuchel is expected to play his last game at TSG Hoffenheim on Saturday, and afterward, we'll likely find out what Bayern plans to do next.
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- Despite Bayern's interest in coaches like Xabi Alonso and Julian Nagelsmann, Max Eberl is finding it challenging to move forward without a new head coach, with Thomas Tuchel's future causing significant issues.
- If Tuchel were to remain as coach, he could potentially become a powerful figure within FC Bayern Munich, raising questions about how much power he would have and how he would handle past issues with players.
- Bayern has rejected several coaching candidates, including Ralf Rangnick, and most recently, Oliver Glasner, due to complex squad planning involving players such as Leon Goretzka, Joshua Kimmich, and Dayot Upamecano.
- Even if Tuchel does stay, it's unlikely that he'll be offered a contract with a long-term commitment, as the supervisory board finds such an arrangement "apparently not feasible" given his current contract runs until 2025.
- Max Eberl is currently dealing with the complicated coaching situation, with Tuchel's future remaining unclear and the team's preparations for the upcoming Soccer Bundesliga season.
Source: www.ntv.de
