Chelsea coach quits to join Thomas Tuchel at England – report [Video]

Thomas Tuchel is making early progress in his new role as England national-team coach, with a reputable source reporting a former Chelsea player — now part of the club’s backroom staff — has handed in his resignation at Stamford Bridge to join the Three Lions setup.

Portuguese ex-goalkeeper Hilario, now a coach who worked under Tuchel during his successful but ultimately ill-fated spell as Chelsea boss, has informed the club of his intention to depart, per Matt Law at The Telegraph.

He joins Anthony Barry — Tuchel’s assistant — and Chelsea’s former head of performance analysis, James Melbourne, as part of the German’s team when he officially takes the reins on January 1.

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Hilario, 49, was recruited by the Blues 18 years ago during Jose Mourinho’s first spell as manager, making 39 club appearances between the goalposts …