In a stunning move that has sent shockwaves through the football world, former Chelsea manager Graham Potter has been appointed as the new head coach of the Swedish national team.
The 49-year-old Englishman has signed a lucrative three-year contract with the Swedish Football Association, marking his dramatic return to the sport after nearly a year out of management following his departure from Stamford Bridge.
From Premier League to International Stage
Potter's appointment represents a significant coup for Swedish football, with the national team securing one of Europe's most respected tactical minds. His arrival follows Sweden's failure to qualify for Euro 2024 under previous manager Janne Andersson.
The deal is understood to be worth approximately £3.5 million per year, placing Potter among the highest-paid international managers in world football.
Overwhelming Support from Swedish FA
Swedish FA chairman Fredrik Reinfeldt expressed his delight at securing Potter's services, telling reporters: "We have managed to get the number one candidate on our list. Graham Potter has great experience from coaching at the highest level and is known for his good leadership."
Reinfeldt emphasised that Potter's vision for developing young Swedish talent aligned perfectly with the association's long-term strategy.
What This Means for Swedish Football
Potter faces the immediate challenge of reviving Sweden's fortunes after their recent qualifying disappointment. His first competitive matches will come in the Nations League this autumn, followed by World Cup 2026 qualifiers.
The appointment breaks from tradition for Sweden, who have typically appointed Scandinavian managers. Potter becomes only the second Englishman to manage the national team, following Bob Houghton's successful stint in the 1970s and 80s.
Football insiders suggest Potter's progressive coaching methods and reputation for developing young players made him the ideal candidate to lead Sweden into a new era.
