Thomas Tuchel's new England contract, set to run until Euro 2028, is not contingent on his future role at Manchester United, according to FA chief executive Mark Bullingham. The extension, announced on Thursday, comes amidst speculation about Tuchel's potential involvement in the managerial merry-go-round this summer, with several elite coaches approaching the end of their deals. Bullingham emphasized that the discussions around the extension began long before Ruben Amorim's departure from United, and that the FA's focus was on ensuring Tuchel's continued leadership of the England national team. The decision to renew his contract before the FIFA World Cup has sparked criticism, but Bullingham argues that it was not realistic to let the contract expire during the tournament. He also addressed the possibility of a disastrous World Cup performance, stating that the FA's primary goal is to have Tuchel as their coach until 2028, with performance conditions in place for all contracted individuals.
