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FPL news: Tuchel sacked by Chelsea

The second Premier League managerial casualty of 2022/23 was confirmed this morning as Chelsea announced that they had parted company with Thomas Tuchel.

The dismissal comes in the wake of the Blues’ disappointing UEFA Champions League defeat to Dinamo Zagreb last night.

Chelsea had also lost to Southampton and Leeds United on the domestic front this season, while they were fortunate to claim victory over West Ham United in Gameweek 6.

A statement from the Chelsea board read:

“On behalf of everyone at Chelsea FC, the Club would like to place on record its gratitude to Thomas and his staff for all their efforts during their time with the Club. Thomas will rightly have a place in Chelsea’s history after winning the Champions League, the Super Cup and Club World Cup in his time here. 

“As the new ownership group reaches 100 days since taking over the Club, and as it continues its hard work to take the club forward, the new owners believe it is the right time to make this transition. 

“Chelsea’s coaching staff will take charge of the team for training and the preparation of our upcoming matches as the Club moves swiftly to appoint a new head coach. 

“There will be no further comment until a new head coach appointment is made.”

It was 100 matches and out for Tuchel, who marked a century of games in charge of Chelsea in Croatia on Tuesday.

He had won 60 of those fixtures, with a Champions League success in 2020/21 the high point of his tenure. Three domestic cup finals were reached, while the UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup were also won in 2021.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR CHELSEA IN FPL?

The Blues are in action in the lunchtime kick-off in Gameweek 7, making the short trip to Craven Cottage to meet fellow west London club Fulham.

Tuchel’s former charges then entertain Liverpool in Gameweek 8.

Gameweeks 9-12 are probably the best time to pounce on any Chelsea assets should there be an uplift in their displays and results upon the new managerial appointment, as some stiffer tests follow before the World Cup.

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Graham Potter is the early bookies’ favourite to take over, although the usually reliable David Ornstein said that “nobody is waiting in the wings as a replacement and the interim coaching staff will take charge for the next couple of days”.

Chelsea are, however, hoping to appoint a new coach quickly, potentially even before Gameweek 7.

THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN FPL

STARTING FORMATION

Tuchel opted for a wing-back system for most of his tenure, so the preferred formation of the incoming manager will be worth assessing.

We’ve been so used to seeing Reece James (£6.0m) and Ben Chilwell (£5.8m) handed license to get forward as wing-backs in Tuchel’s 3-4-2-1 but would, for instance, the move to a back four curb their attacking instincts?

NO MORE TUCHEL TINKERING?

One of the most infuriating features of Tuchel’s regime was his predilection for rotation – not that he is alone there in the English top flight.

In all honesty, it’s difficult to see whoever takes charge not chopping and changing to some extent, with Chelsea in action twice a week, every week, from now until the World Cup.

BARGAINS UNLEASHED?

It’s not just preferred formation we’re interested in but also favoured personnel.

Tuchel’s successor may have their own ideas as to which players should be handed more meaningful game-time.

In the form of Christian Pulisic (£5.7m), Hakim Ziyech (£5.7m) and Armando Broja (£5.3m), the Blues have some budget FPL assets who were peripheral under Tuchel who could now be handed a fresh lease of life under a new regime.

Could Kepa Arrizabalaga (£4.4m) also get more of a look-in, given Edouard Mendy‘s (£4.9m) recent struggles?

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563 Comments Post a Comment
  1. Mazy
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Wonder if all the posters who think Potter should turn down Chelsea, would also themselves turn down a better paid position, at a very successful company, with better resources now and in the future?

    Would show a lack of ambition or self belief to say no, in my opinion. No manager joining Chelsea has ever left with a worse reputation, because they almost always win trophies.

    1. FOO FIGHTER
      • 4 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      I think Chelsea can try make top 4 with Potter, if he takes the job. No need for the new owners to pour on pressure after the start under Tuchel.

      CL spot is what matters, the money trail.

    2. Holmes
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Its not a relatable situation tbh. There is an emotional attachment to things where you have invested your time.

      Investing my time and energy in some legacy draft games and Football manager, I can say that its not easy to leave when I consider it from emotional pov.

      How much that weighs as compared to money is tough to decide.

    3. banskt
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      I really want Chelsea to appoint Emma Hayes as their new manager. It's time for her to get a top job, and lead the project.

      1. Old Man
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        1 year, 6 months ago

        That would be an absolutely huge move. I cannot see them taking the chance.

    4. Cruyff's Eleven
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      He's trying to build a career, not burn one

      1. Haa-lala-land
        • 3 Years
        1 year, 6 months ago

        I'd love it so much if Potter repeated Rogers' Swansea quote

        1. Cruyff's Eleven
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 5 Years
          1 year, 6 months ago

          Yeah, I stole it. The webserver dropped my 'quote" signed.

          1. Haa-lala-land
            • 3 Years
            1 year, 6 months ago

            It's a great one! Or if Potter gave another of his backhanded insults of "Why would I ever leave Brighton?" And he lists the pros of Brighton's set up, leaving Chelsea reflecting inward with envy

    5. Dr. Rog
      • 14 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      you 100% take that job if you are Potter.
      his stock at brighton has already peaked now is the time to monetise that.

  2. FOO FIGHTER
    • 4 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Rodgers will go to Brighton is what I am thinking should Potter pack his bags.

    1. banskt
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Tuchel ends up in Leicester.

      1. Old Man
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        1 year, 6 months ago

        ugh

  3. Millie7
    • 10 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Any ideas what to do with this lot? Thinking Walker out, but not sure if i should use both transfers

    Ramsdale
    James TAA Cancelo Walker
    Dias Salah Baily Martinelli
    Jesus Haaland

    Ward Neco Andreas Archer

    2FT 0.6ITB

  4. lindeg
    • 5 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    I’m thinking about these bold moves with two free transfers:

    Robbo and Jesus -> Trippier and Darwin

    Trippier makes sense, but Darwin is a bit more of a doubt. I just have a feeling Darwin will explode soon. Also, no Jesus is a huge differential.

    Any takes on this is appreciated!!

    1. Millie7
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Will Darwin even start?

    2. Haa-lala-land
      • 3 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      To be fair any forward for Liverpool could explode anytime. It's just knowing which one will play.

  5. Stranger Mings
    • 3 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Would you still get Macillster if potter leaves for Chelsea ?

    1. FOO FIGHTER
      • 4 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      I would not move for any Brighton players at this point.

      1. Stranger Mings
        • 3 Years
        1 year, 6 months ago

        What about Chelsea ? Avoid fofana still?

  6. FOO FIGHTER
    • 4 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    So where would this leave Lukaku? In ghe new managers plans or try and flog him while he is on loan?

    1. Deulofail
      • 8 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      He'll be on loan while he's on loan, not playing for Chelsea or being flogged.

  7. OLLY G
    • 7 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    If you are planning a GW8/9 WC, are you going to ditch Salah?

    Thanks.

    1. Deulofail
      • 8 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      No

    2. Willco97
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Probably

    3. Cruyff's Eleven
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Long time yet..

    4. banskt
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Hypothetical but No.

      (I have used my WC after GW2)

    5. Old Man
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Very likely unless he starts being Salah again (which will involves Pool becoming Pool again)

    6. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Ask again after his hatty against Wolves

  8. Stranger Mings
    • 3 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Is chilly still too risky and better to avoid ?

  9. the dom 1
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Walker > Trippier for free?

    Y or N

    1. Stranger Mings
      • 3 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Y

  10. banskt
    • 10 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Will Leicester move now to bring in Tuchel?

    1. Old Man
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      I hope not - I still prefer Rodgers.

  11. Stranger Mings
    • 3 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Saw a comment earlier saying could be good for Christian Pulisic? At 5.7m could be worth a risk?

  12. Cruyff's Eleven
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Mitrovic essential for the weekend?

    Apologies if I'm repeating earlier posts.

    1. mdm
      • 12 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      For the next one, yeah

    2. marcos11
      • 3 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Probably from gw8

      1. Cruyff's Eleven
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        1 year, 6 months ago

        I reckon Chelsea will be ready for the slaughter this week.

  13. Drishtikon44
    • 3 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Could be a colossal error by the new Owners. This season is over for CFC.

  14. mdm
    • 12 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Who scores more this week?
    A. Rashford (cpl)
    B. Trippier (whu)

    1. banskt
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      Trippier

  15. Cruyff's Eleven
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Yeah, one more week to enjoy Brighton assets. Rodgers will bore them back to the normal world.

    1. Old Man
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      If you take all the suggestions on here as likely to happen, it will be the merrygoround of Potter-> Chelsea, Rodgers -> Brighton and Tuchel -> Leicester.
      Not a chance.

      1. Cruyff's Eleven
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        1 year, 6 months ago

        Brighton saw this coming, otherwise they would not have agreed to Potter opening talks this quickly.

        I agree Tuchel to Leicester is unlikely.

        1. Old Man
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          1 year, 6 months ago

          Absolutely correct. Tuchel would not go to a small time club like us. He will want an actual or potential Champions League club as a minimum.

          1. Deer-in-headlights
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 3 Years
            1 year, 6 months ago

            Leipzig has an opening.

    2. SamH123
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 6 months ago

      I think Brighton are too innovative to go for someone bland like Rodgers

  16. Tommy d
    • 6 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Any ideas what to do with this lot?

    Ward
    James taa trippier Nico
    Kdb mo grob martinelli
    Haaland jesus

    Iverven archer pereira 3.9

    2FTS 0.0 its

  17. SLBenfica
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 6 months ago

    Any ideas about bringing City's GÓMEZ in? Is he starting?

    Thanks