Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has been pictured for the first time since his dismissal as Graham Potter is set to be announced as the new head coach at Stamford Bridge.
The German was sacked from his role in charge of the first team on Wednesday morning following a meeting with the Chelsea ownership.
In a statement released on the club website, they wrote: "Chelsea Football Club has today parted company with Head Coach Thomas Tuchel.
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"On behalf of everyone at Chelsea FC, the Club would like to place on record its gratitude to Thomas and his staff for all their efforts during their time with the Club.
"Thomas will rightly have a place in Chelsea’s history after winning the Champions League, the Super Cup and Club World Cup in his time here.
"As the new ownership group reaches 100 days since taking over the Club, and as it continues its hard work to take the club forward, the new owners believe it is the right time to make this transition.
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"Chelsea’s coaching staff will take charge of the team for training and the preparation of our upcoming matches as the Club moves swiftly to appoint a new head coach. There will be no further comment until a new head coach appointment is made."
The German will go down as one of the best Chelsea head coches in recent times, taking over from Frank Lampard when the squad were lacking confidence before lifting the Champions League in his first season in charge.
The following campaign saw Tuchel win Chelsea their first ever Club World Cup, along with the UEFA Super Cup before he was dismissed at the beginning of this season.
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Graham Potter looks set to take over from the 49-year-old, who reached 100 games for the Blues on Tuesday night.
Tuchel has now been pictured for the first time since his dismissal, avoiding eye contact with photographers as he walks in the rain looking glum.
The German will no doubt find himself in another top European job soon, leaving Chelsea with a reputaiton as one of the best managers in world football.
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However, the Blues made their decision to move on without him and will now look to a future with Potter.
It is believed that Chelsea will pay Tuchel up to £7 million, also activating Potter's £15 million release clause from Brighton.
Potter's side will face Fulham on Saturday, with him looking likely to be in the dugout.
Chelsea sit five points off the top of the Premier League table, looking to make up for an inconsistent start to the season.
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Topics: Chelsea, Thomas Tuchel, Football, Todd Boehly, Clearlake Capital
Nick Emms