Tuchel staying next season and why Azpilicueta gave fan captain’s armband

Welcome to an overview of news following Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel’s pre-match press conference prior to the Manchester United contest. Following the presser, the Blues will be gearing up to travel north in preparation for the fixture on Thursday evening. There are two important pieces of information to discuss at greater length later on, but first of all let’s discuss some of the topics Tuchel spoke of. The German began by updating media on fitness: Mateo Kovacic is out, while Callum Hudson-Odoi and Ben Chilwell remain unavailable. Meanwhile, Reece James and Antonio Rudiger should be ready, but Andreas Christensen requires further checks.

Tuchel says Utd have a depth of quality in spite of points gained. If you weren’t aware, the former Borussia Dortmund boss was a protege of current Red Devils gaffer Ralph Rangnick as a player with SSV Ulm and then coach at VfB Stuttgart. Therefore the match has further significance and a heightened tactical sense of master versus pupil. The 48-year-old confirmed that the pair are occasionally in contact. Then Tuchel added that the team are sad Rudiger will depart but accept his decision. Finally from Pride of London’s selection, the boss asserts that James’s best role may be wingback.

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel staying with the club next season and what Cesar Azpilicueta did after fan confrontation

So, thankfully, the CFC head coach will be here in 2022/23. Phew. The evidence is in tweet form below, from the most trustworthy of sources: Tuchel himself via Fabrizio Romano. To be honest, this outcome was never in doubt in my mind: the Krumbach-born man seems to have an affinity with the Pensioners. And that especially applies since the Champions League triumph. He feels loyal; though the sanctions would perhaps cause anybody to question their position.

At least Blues supporters have received positive confirmation for something here. A manager of this aptitude who is patient and invested is dearly necessary for now, and when new ownership is unveiled. Tuchel claimed he will be fully involved in preseason, as well as offering to put his heart and knowledge into the job.

Now, you might not want to, yet I must take you back to the recent 4-2 Arsenal loss at Stamford Bridge. I know, I know, I’m sorry for bringing up a painful and disheartening defeat to a local rival! Though, if I did not, I couldn’t explain how Cesar Azpilicueta just became even more of a Chelsea legend.

You see, directly after the final whistle vs the Gunners, Azpilicueta was involved in what looked to be a possible touchline disagreement with season ticket holders of the West London club. Now, we all know ‘Azpi’ can be a slightly hot tempered character at times. That competitiveness and intensity has mostly boosted the team down the years. Although, the Pensioners faithful probably didn’t expect the passion to be directed at them.

A few fans were gesturing and shouting something – which wasn’t seemingly negative – at the player who subsequently confronted them. The Spaniard says it appeared worse than it was – just an exchange of views. Now the skipper has revealed he since gave the same spectator his captain’s armband. However, Simon Kerr’s recollection differs slightly.