Tuchel Commits To Sanctioned-Chelsea 'Till Season End', Not Beyond After Newcastle's Defeat

German coach Thomas Tuchel has indicated his commitment to stay at Chelsea "until the end of the season", but the tactician wouldn't commit his future to the troubled club beyond that point.

Tuchel's side lifted the gloom around Stamford Bridge following the sanctioning of Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich as Kai Havertz's 89th-minute goal clinched a 1-0 win against Newcastle on Sunday.

Abramovich has been sanctioned following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with the billionaire said by the British government to be part of Russian President Vladimir Putin's inner circle.

Chelsea have been plunged into turmoil by the sanctions, which have left them unable to sign players, renew contracts or sell match tickets, with their revenue streams severely restricted as a result.

Amid fears that Chelsea could struggle to survive unless a new owner is found soon, there have been reports that Tuchel would be tempted to leave.

The German, who has led Chelsea to Champions League and Club World Cup glory in his reign, has been linked with a move to Manchester United.

Asked about his future after the Newcastle game, Tuchel offered a guarantee over his short-term future, but the reply left some room for manoeuvre.

"There's no doubt I stay until the end of the season. We just have to wait day by day because everything can change," he said.

"The club is for sale but hopefully it goes through. So day-by-day, which is a good way to live your life."

Tuchel's wild celebration of Havertz's winner suggested he remains committed to the Chelsea cause.

But with United set to appoint a permanent successor to interim boss Ralf Rangnick in the summer, it would be no surprise if the Blues boss is mentioned again as a candidate for the Old Trafford job.