Thomas Tuchel breaks silence on Man United switch as price tag set for Antony transfer in January -Reports

Thomas Tuchel breaks silence on Man United switch as price tag set for Antony transfer in January -Reports

New England Manager Thomas Tuchel has opened up on his decision to snub Manchester United, while Brazil flop Antony is nearing the exit at Old Trafford

As Erik ten Hag prepares for a potentially pivotal match against Brentford on Saturday, the Manchester United manager has finally spoken up about replacing the Dutchman.

During his Wembley press conference yesterday, Thomas Tuchel, who was named England’s next manager and signed an 18-month deal, was questioned about United.

In other news, Sir Alex Ferguson has been spotted for the first time since it was announced that his £2.1 million ambassador post would be eliminated at the conclusion of the season.

Brazilian failure Antony will be free to leave United if a team is prepared to pay £40 million.

Thomas Tuchel gave an explanation of why he decided to take over as manager of England rather than Manchester United.

United boss Erik ten Hag has come under huge pressure after his side made their worst ever start to a Premier League season and Tuchel had emerged as a potential replacement for the Dutchman, having previously held talks with co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe about the job over the summer.

However, Tuchel has now been announced as England’s new manager, becoming just the third non-Englishman to take charge of the Three Lions.

And when asked why he took the role instead of holding out for the United job, Tuchel explained his decision.

Antony fee
Manchester United are ready to offload Antony and are hopeful of securing £40million for the Brazilian flop.

The winger, signed from Ajax in Erik ten Hag ‘s first summer, has been one of the most underwhelming signings in top flight history.

His astronomical £86m fee, coupled with his lack of return on the pitch, makes him one of the worst buys in Premier League history.

Antony has slipped down the pecking order as patience wears thin and the club are already prepared to get him off their books despite their huge investment