Chelsea manager hails this defender

Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel has applauded Captain César Azpilicueta for his impressive performance at the club since he arrived at Stamford Bridge.

Tuchel stressed that Azpilicueta ’embodies everything the club stands for.’

The Blues manager made this known on Friday during his pre-match press conference ahead of Chelsea’s away Premier League tie with Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Speaking about Azpilicueta, Tuchel said, “He’s always important, the plans are, most of the time, not longer than ten or 14 days. He has been super important since day one, we had a good connection from the first day, which you always wish for as a coach.”

“He is a leader by example, which is always super, super nice to have. He’s collected so many trophies, had such a great career at the club, he is outstanding. He embodies everything Chelsea stands for.”

Azpilicueta is the first player in Chelsea’s history to win every major trophy, which includes the Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, FA Cup, League Cup, Super Cup and Club World Cup, at Stamford Bridge.