Tuchel will not change his mind despite fan petition to stay

Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel remains resolute in his focus on the task at hand, emphasizing that he will not be swayed by external factors, including a petition urging him to stay at the club. The petition, signed by over 12,000 supporters, comes in the wake of Bayern’s announcement in February that Tuchel will depart at the end of the season, despite having a year remaining on his contract.

While acknowledging the support from fans, Tuchel reiterated that his priority lies solely with football in the remaining days of the season. He emphasized, “It isn’t allowed to be a priority,” emphasizing his commitment to maintaining his focus amid external pressures.

Amid speculation regarding his successor, with discussions reportedly held with former Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick, Tuchel said that the responsibility for appointing his replacement rests with the club. Adopting a pragmatic approach, Tuchel indicated that he has tuned out the noise, likening his mindset to “noise-cancelling mode” as he remains steadfast in his dedication to his current role.

🔴 Tuchel on the petition by Bayern fans calling for him to stay: “For me this is a pleasant topic that people want to keep me here. But it has no priority for me”.

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“I don’t want to take it as an excuse or distraction. We are in full focus on the final games”. pic.twitter.com/fLGURANSxr

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 26, 2024

As Bayern navigates through the final stretch of the season, Tuchel’s unwavering determination and ability to maintain focus amidst external distractions underscore his professionalism and commitment to the club’s objectives.