Jamie Carragher has again urged Manchester United to make a move for Thomas Tuchel amid the ongoing uncertainty at Chelsea.
With Blues owner Roman Abramovich being sanctioned by the UK government on Thursday in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, there has been plenty of speculation over Tuchel’s future, as well as his players’. Abramovich has had his assets frozen, and while Chelsea have been handed a special license to continue playing football until the end of the season, they will be unable to sign or sell players when the transfer window opens — as things stand.
Given the uncertainty, a number of players whose contracts expire at end of the season have already been linked with departures, as has Tuchel. The German has so far brushed aside suggestions he could leave the club, although rumours have persisted.
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With United looking to appoint a new permanent manager at the end of the season, the former Paris Saint-Germain man has been touted as a potential option. Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag remain the favourites for he job although Tuchel has seen his odds fall dramatically over the last few days.
Former Liverpool defender Carragher has already called upon United to change their plans and target Tuchel, calling the decision a “no-brainer”. The Sky Sports pundit has now warned the club need to act swiftly.
“That is up to Manchester United I suppose, but the situation that Chelsea find themselves in, other top clubs will be looking at the manager and players going forward,” Carragher said.
“He is one of the best managers in world football and Manchester United are looking for one. I think he has come out and said he is fully committed to the club, but that situation could change with the new ownership as the season goes on.”
Speaking earlier about Tuchel, Carragher added: “I think it is realistic. If you’re Man United, why would you not ask that question? They need a new manager, and Tuchel is one of the best managers in the world right now.
“Plus the way he has handled himself over the last two weeks has elevated him as not just a manager but as a man as well. He is the spokesman for Chelsea and he’s been getting asked difficult questions, and I think he’s come out really well out of these last few weeks. He’s been a real leader for this football club.”
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