Paris Saint-Germain announced in a statement, Tuesday, the dismissal of coach Thomas Tuchel, leaving the team in third place in the Ligue 1 League, one point behind leaders Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon).
The French club stated through their official website: "After an in-depth analysis of its sporting situation, Paris Saint-Germain decided to terminate Thomas Tuchel's contract."
“I would like to thank Thomas Tuchel and his staff for all they have contributed to the club” said Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, Chairman and CEO of Paris Saint-Germain.
“Thomas has put a lot of energy and passion into the job, and we will of course remember the good moments we shared together. I wish him all the best for the future.” Al-Khelaïfi concluded.
Tuchel became PSG boss in July 2018, going on to manage the capital club 127 times in all competitions, with 95 wins, 12 draws and 20 defeats (342 goals scored, 109 conceded).
Tuchel's trophy haul covers two Ligue 1 titles in 2019 and 2020, the Coupe de France and Coupe de la Ligue in 2020, two Trophées de Champions in 2018 and 2019 in addition to leading PSG to the first Champions League final in the club's history last August.
French newspaper (L'Equipe) reported that PSG had reached a final agreement with Mauricio Pochettino, the former Tottenham Hotspur boss.
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