After following Frank Lampard at the helm on Monday afternoon, the German has built the loom and the gloom around Stamford Bridge
The arrival of Thomas Tuchel has completely turned Cobham ‘s feelings away from something optimistic.
The German Chelsea’s tenure began with a frantic first 24 hours in which he signed his contract on Monday afternoon before running out swiftly on the training ground for a 6pm training session with his new team that was focused on innovations but also showed a lot of work. with the ball.
Between drills, Tuchel also made sure to allow some time for all players before wrapping up the session with a practice game.
The next day, Chelsea gathered at the team’s hotel ahead of their Premier League war with Wolves at Stamford Bridge and Tuchel informed the squad of his line-up, in which players were mostly familiar in shape 3-4-3.
“That was a completely unfair team selection because I had no reason for any of the players who didn’t start explaining why they were left out,” Tuchel admitted after the 0-0 draw. , which was why he spoke one – on – one, with those either left on the bench or completely excluded from the squad.
“You shouldn’t read too much into it,” he told reporters about his starting lineup. “We need to get to know each other and, in the middle of the season, that was the reason [for the team selection] – nothing else. “
Thursday was set aside for overcoming, and Friday was a lighter session that included games with little football. On the eve of Burnley’s visit on Sunday, Tuchel turned his attention back to tactics.
One obvious criticism of Lampard ‘s rule in the last six weeks of his reign was that he was damaged by a fall in intense training, which led to big games.
So it may not be a coincidence, therefore, that Tuchel has been trying to present a positive image to his squad to boost their morale and boost their energy levels.
Several insiders have reported Amas that it has been engaging, committed and engaging, to instantly eliminate the feeling of hurt and sadness around Stamford Bridge.
“For me, it’s vital to create a special feeling, and a daily connection here at Cobham and in the dressing room as well,” said Tuchel. “But with the current Covid-19 setup, We have social distance, so that is not easy.
“At the moment, we are using three changing rooms for the team, we can’t have everyone in the gym together at the same time, we have to change and, for me, we can’t have big celebrations to do in training when we play six against six.
“All those details that we might not normally think of make a big difference in creating a unique, glue-like, connection between the players. You have to bring that special feeling into the dressing room and into the park. “
However, his optimistic approach has helped unravel the dressing room divisions that emerged in the final weeks of Lampard’s tenure.
The Englishman had long been aware of the potential problems in such a large squad. The club had been asked to download what were considered excess requirements to reduce the number of players it needed to ban it from its matchday squadrons.
However, there was also a feeling among certain members of the squad that Lampard’s team selection did not reflect the achievements of particular players. Some of those who were upset with their lack of playing time felt that the midfielder had the options and would choose them no matter what the format.
It was also said that Lampard has not spoken much to his fringe players and notes that Tuchel ‘s approach so far has been one of inclusion and transparency. He has maintained open communication with all members of the dressing room.
The German mobile approach, at the same time, means that the door is still open to everyone, as it is willing to change shape on the basis of maids, which is why it wants to at least 22 players will be available for selection for each match, provided Chelsea are still alive in three tournaments.
As a result, he is not pushing for any player to leave in January, saying: “I feel right now that the boys deserve trust and I want everyone to trust. person. “
The net result is that none of Chelsea’s squad players are actively seeking moves before the transfer window closes in January – with the exception of teenage midfielder Billy Gilmour, who has no problem leaving Tuchel. loan for six months.
The Scot seems keen to represent his country at this summer’s European Championships but manager Steve Clarke will not be selected unless he plays regular first-team football.
Despite being willing to let Gilmour leave, Tuchel is a huge admirer of the former Rangers youth team star, as he showed by his deep knowledge of Gilmour’s game in a press conference Thursday.
In fact, Tuchel and his backroom team know some players better than others. Thiago Silva and Christian Pulisic have previously played under Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain coaches, while Tuchel’s assistants have worked with Timo Werner in the past.
It is also worth noting that Tuchel tried to sign both Jorginho and Antonio Rudiger for the PSG summer and even asked if it would be possible to loan Andreas Christensen to the Parc des Princes on loan.
This forensic experience of the Chelsea squad even extends to academy players such as Tino Anjorin, with whom Tuchel has been a regular contributor.
The 47-year-old has also thanked the staff at the training ground, with many of Lampard’s old team going around to help Tuchel and his assistants Zsolt Low, Arno Michels and Benjamin Weber settle into tidy in their new environment
Low and Michels have replaced Jody Morris and Chris Jones in coaching positions, while Weber is a data analyst. In addition, Joe Edwards and Anthony Barry have played key roles in supporting Tuchel ‘s accusation, although the latter is reported to be close to becoming Fleetwood Town’ s former manager. soon.
In summary, therefore, Tuchel is already starting to feel at home and is happy with the players he has. As a result, he does not engage in transfer talks, even if it is felt that the club is already looking at potential summer targets, such as Erling Haaland at Dortmund, Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano and David Alaba, who will end Bayern Munich in the summer.
Tuchel is instantly worried collecting his first three Premier League points against Burnley on Sunday.
He has already made a good impact off the field at Chelsea; now is the time to build a progressive product on the field.