Chelsea FC is in a very delicate moment and not because of football, but because its chief executive, Roman Abramovich, may be one of those harmed by Russia’s war attacks on Ukraine, since the name of the Russian tycoon it was brought to light by the United Kingdom parliament despite not having received any sanction so far.
In this way, the coach of the “Blue” team did not hide his concern about this inconvenience, due to that both him and his players could affect them enormously in the face of upcoming League or Champions League commitments.
“I think the situation is too big and no one can isolate themselves from it, it is about Europe , is in Europe and we are part of Europe. We cannot put aside everything. I would love to exercise my right not to comment on this until a decision is made, but we are aware of it and it distracts us, it worries us,” Thomas Tuchel told the media.
On In the midst of all the trouble between the two nations, the English club will face the powerful Liverpool of Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mané this Sunday, in the match corresponding to the League Cup final at the historic and brilliant Wembley Stadium.
“Perhaps people understand that I, as a coach. or the players, we have no idea what is really going on. At this time we do not feel responsible for all this. But we feel that it is horrible and that there can be no doubt about it”, added the German.
The unknown about Abramovich’s future, joins other sporting events between the great clubs of Europe such as the cases of Manchester United and Schalke 04; who decided to get rid of their Russian sponsors.
“There is no escape. We must not close the doors and now we focus on football. We still have the privilege of living in peace and freedom here where we are now”, concluded the coach.
Despite everything that is happening on Ukrainian soil, the major European leagues have remained in each of their actions. While the Euroleague has had to suspend several days in Russia. In the case of Chelsea, they will have to wait momentarily for what happens with their top manager.
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