We have the greatest respect for Frank Lampard’s work - Thomas Tuchel

The former Paris Saint Germain manager has signed a year and a half contract at Chelsea.

We have the greatest respect for Frank Lampard’s work - Thomas Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel has acknowledged Frank Lampard’s project at Chelsea and assured to take it to the level expected to achieve results on the field of play.

The German who joined the Blues on Tuesday has promised to reward Chelsea especially with the confidence entrusted in him.

The former Paris Saint Germain manager signed an 18 months contract at Stamford Bridge and will be the first German to manage Chelsea after winning numerous accolades with the Ligue 1 side.

 ‘I would like to thank Chelsea FC for their confidence in me and my staff.

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‘We all have the greatest respect for Frank Lampard’s work and the legacy he created at Chelsea. At the same time, I cannot wait to meet my new team and compete in the most exciting league in football.

“I am grateful to now be part of the Chelsea family - it feels amazing!’

Tuchel has reunited with former PSG captain, Thiago Silva and former Dortmund attacker, Christian Pulisic. He took his first session with the Chelsea squad on Tuesday evening and will be in the tunnel against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge.

Director Marina Granovskaia expressed that ‘It is never easy to change Head Coach in the middle of the season but we are very happy to secure one of Europe’s best coaches in Thomas Tuchel. There is still much much to achieve, this season and beyond. We welcome Thomas to the Club.’