Inside Chelsea's decision to sack Thomas Tuchel as new owners make ruthless decision

The reason why Chelsea have decided to sack Thomas Tuchel this summer has been revealed after Todd Boehly and the Blues owners made their decision.

The German was relieved of his duties on Wednesday morning after Chelsea lost to Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday.

A statement released by the club said: “Chelsea Football Club has today parted company with Head Coach Thomas Tuchel.

“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. 

“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 early frontrunners for the job are Brighton's Graham Potter, former Spurs and PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino and Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane.

It has now been revealed by Matt Law of the Telegraph as to the reasons why Chelsea decided to dismiss their head coach.

The report states that Tuchel was informed of the decision on Wednesday, with Anthony Barry set to take temporary charge until a replacement is found.

The loss in Zagreb was not believed to be the sole reason for his dismissal, with Law stating that his sacking is not based purely on results or Chelsea’s poor start to the season.

There was a growing concern that Tuchel was not the right man to lead the new era under the owners, with his future in doubt regardless of the result in their Champions League opener.

Furthermore, sources have claimed that Tuchel’s relationship with a number of Chelsea’s squad has deteriorated. Law continues to report that his team selections have caused surprise and frustration among the players, who felt unfairly treated of played out of position.

Furthermore, it was stated that during a review after 100 days of active ownership, the new Blues owners discussed their progress in creating a new culture at the club and the long-term prospects of Tuchel.

The German had done little to prove that he wanted to take a proactive part of it.

It remains to be seen as to what is next for Chelsea as the search for a new manager is underway.