Is Thomas Tuchel NOW at risk of the sack? Bayern Munich's CEO dodges questions

Bayern Munich's CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has delivered a cryptic two-word answer when questioned on the future of under-pressure manager Thomas Tuchel.

It's been a tough few weeks for the Bayern boss after his side suffered a 3-0 defeat by league leaders Bayern Leverkusen, a 1-0 loss to Lazio in the Champions League and a disastrous 3-2 defeat by VFL Bochum on Sunday.

The club are now facing the prospect of their first season without winning a trophy since 2011-12, with Leverkusen now eight points clear of the German Champions in the Bundesliga table and it seems Tuchel's position could be in jeopardy.

Reports had claimed after their shock loss to Bochum that the club's hierarchy were set to stand by Tuchel, even after the Bavarian outfit had cancelled his post-match press conference.

Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen had said that the embattled head coach would not be dismissed, and had told BILD: 'I don't believe in big statements about the coach. This issue [Tuchel's sacking] isn't on our mind at the moment.'

Pressed on whether Tuchel would be in the job next week, he added: 'Of course.'

Yet his position may have changed since then, with the Bayern CEO issuing a cryptic two-word answer to questions over Tuchel's job safety on Tuesday morning.

The Bayern executive was seen arriving at the club's training base on Sabener Strasse and was seen smiling when asked 'Is Tuchel heading for the exit?'

According to BILD, the executive responded grinning saying: 'Let's see...' before driving into the training complex.

It comes amid much speculation that Tuchel could be succeded by Liverpool target Xabi Alonso, who is reportedly the club's prime target to take over at the Allianz Arena.

It is understood that the club are also 'monitoring'