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Rio Ferdinand reveals how England stars will react to Thomas Tuchel's appointment - and makes bold prediction for German's reign

England's stars will be buzzing with excitement and raring to prove themselves to Thomas Tuchel after he agreed to manage the national team, Rio Ferdinand has claimed.

Tuchel agreed a deal to become England's new manager on Tuesday after talks rapidly accelerated with the man who will succeed Gareth Southgate.

The German is on an 18-month deal until the end of the 2026 World Cup and will earn around £5million per year.

He arrives with a track record of winning major trophies and steered Chelsea to the 2021 Champions League title just four months after taking the reins from Frank Lampard.