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BREAKING NEWS: Thomas Tuchel is SACKED by Chelsea in brutal fashion, just 100 days into ruthless Todd Boehly's ownership - with Graham Potter and Mauricio Pochettino options to replace him

Thomas Tuchel has been sacked by Chelsea following their 1-0 Champions League defeat to Dinamo Zagreb.

New owner Todd Boehly has wasted no time in binning the German coach just seven games into the season, and 100 days into his reign since replacing Roman Abramovich.

Chelsea are sixth in the Premier League and have made a miserable start to their Champions League campaign, with Tuchel disposed hours after their humbling 1-0 loss in Croatia, his 100th match in charge.

Thomas Tuchel has been sacked by Chelsea following a disappointing start to the campaign
New controlling owner Todd Boehly (right) has waited just 100 days before changing manager

In a statement Chelsea wrote: '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.