Soccer Football - Ligue 1 - Paris St Germain v Olympique Lyonnais - Parc des Princes, Paris, France - December 13, 2020 Paris St Germain coach Thomas Tuchel [REUTERS/Charles Platiau/File Photo]Thomas Tuchel has agreed to take over as Chelsea’s next boss after the brutal sacking of Frank Lampard. Chelsea legend Lampard was fired just 18 months into the job but discovered the news as it leaked out before being officially told by the club. Abramovich said: “I would like to thank Frank for his work as Head Coach and wish him every success in the future. Meanwhile, Chelsea had already lined up Tuchel who has established his reputation with Paris Saint Germain and Borussia Dortmund and lined him up. Chelsea want Tuchel in charge for Wednesday’s game with Wolves, Tuchel will get Covid exemption for elite sport and his appointment is expected to be confirmed on Tuesday.

Source: Standard Digital January 25, 2021 19:21 UTC