Thomas Tuchel appoints England as his next crucial destination ahead of January kickoff

The highly-skilled 51-year-old, who was recently ranked at no.10 in FourFourTwo's prestigious list of the best managers in the world, is set to embark on his new role as the head coach of the Three Lions. Earlier this year, it was announced that he would be taking over from Gareth Southgate.

Tasked firstly with leading England through the upcoming World Cup 2026 qualifiers due to start next year, Tuchel has already successfully convinced one man to join him in his quest for success.

Hilario set to leave Chelsea after 18 years, linking up with Thomas Tuchel at international level

According to a report from The Telegraph, Hilario is set to leave his role as goalkeeper coach at Chelsea in order to link up with Tuchel in the England set-up.

Hilario, 49, made a total of 39 appearances for Chelsea and also won one international cap with Portugal during his professional career.

The report states that Hilario, who has worked under seven permanent managers at Stamford Bridge, will not be replaced at Chelsea given their extensive goalkeeping department already.

Willy Caballero is already at the club and could easily step into the position, as well as fellow coach Michele De Bernardin.

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Tuchel's full backroom staff is yet to be confirmed by the FA but it is understood that neither Lee Carlsey, Ashley Cole or Joleon Lescott will be included.

A BAME coach is likely to be included, with Chris Powell and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink past examples who have helped out at international level with England.

In FourFourTwo's view, someone with Hilario's experience will help Tuchel and his group of young goalkeepers.

Jordan Pickford has been England's No.1 for a long time but with the likes of Nick Pope and Dean Henderson knocking on the door, that could soon be about to change.