Thomas Tuchel has left his position as Borussia Dortmund head coach after just two years at the club despite leading them to their first DFB-Pokal title in five years at the weekend.
The 43-year-old is regarded as one of the most exciting young coaches in Europe and had been assembling a young, vibrant team to match his eye-catching philosophy at Dortmund before a fallout with the board led to his departure.
Tuchel guided Dortmund to their highest ever points haul in his first season at the club before beating Bayern Munich on their way to major trophy success in the DFB-Pokal final against Frankfurt on Saturday.
However, the German’s time at the club has been overshadowed by tension with members of the Dortmund hierarchy that dates back to his first season at the club. Tuchel confirmed his departure on his official Twitter account and Bayer Leverkusen are now the frontrunners for his services.
“I am thankful for two nice, eventful and exciting years,” he wrote. “It’s a shame it won’t go on. Thanks to all the fans, the squad, the staff and to everyone who supported us. I wish BVB all the best.”
Tuchel was touted as a potential replacement for Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger earlier in the season when it appeared the Frenchman would step away from the Gunners this summer but now Wenger is expected to continue at the club, paving the way for Leverkusen to make their move.
In two years at Dortmund Tuchel leaves with an impressive win ratio of 64.4%.
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Well done, Watzke, well done. Very stupid move!