In a controversial decision, Chelsea terminated Tuchel’s contract in September 2022, appointing Graham Potter as his replacement, a choice made by the club’s new owners, Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali. Despite the change, Chelsea supporters continued to chant Tuchel’s name four months post his departure, highlighting his enduring popularity among the Stamford Bridge faithful.

Even though Tuchel’s tenure as Chelsea’s head coach lasted only 19 months, he left an indelible mark. Under his guidance, Chelsea achieved success in the Champions League, Club World Cup, and Super Cup. Additionally, the team reached two FA Cup finals and was a runner-up in the Carabao Cup.

While Tuchel secured the Bundesliga title in the previous season, criticism from the demanding Bayern fan base has intensified, as the team currently trails behind Bayer Leverkusen. In an interview with ESPN, when asked whether he felt more appreciated in England than in Germany, Tuchel responded affirmatively, citing the intense scrutiny and criticism within the German football community.

However, Tuchel’s time at Chelsea was marred by a strained relationship with the club’s hierarchy, who assumed control from Roman Abramovich in May 2022. The bitterness reached a point where co-owner Boehly reportedly labeled Tuchel a “nightmare” to deal with, particularly concerning player transfers.

The ultimate judgment of Tuchel’s coaching stint at Bayern hinges on the team’s performance in the Champions League. They finished the group stages unbeaten and secured qualification for the round of 16 as group leaders in Group A. The upcoming challenge is a clash against Lazio in February, but before that, the reigning German champions must navigate through five Bundesliga games, starting with a match against Werder Bremen on Sunday.