Azpilicueta’s future at Chelsea was uncertain amid interest from Barcelona earlier this summer. However, the 33-year-old defender signed a contract extension until 2024, eliminating the possibility of a Stamford Bridge exit this season.
Azpilicueta signed for the Blues in 2012 after the Premier League outfit lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy. The veteran has since registered 480 appearances across all competitions, racking up 17 goals and 57 assists.
Tuchel is clearly delighted to retain the Spaniard this season to replenish the Blues’ defense. When asked about how difficult it is to drop the 33-year-old from the starting line-up, the German boss told reporters (via Football.London):
Referring to the Blues’ Premier League victory against Leicester on Saturday, August 27, Tuchel added:
Tuchel insists Chelsea need more signings before transfer deadline
Tuchel believes that Chelsea will require more signings to reinforce certain positions before the transfer window slams shut.
However, the German coach also stated that he will try to find solutions in case the Blues are unable to secure any more signatures this window.
Ahead of the Blues’ Premier League clash against Southampton on August 31, Tuchel said (via The Guardian):
Chelsea have signed Marc Cucurella, Kalidou Koulibaly, Raheem Sterling, Carney Chukwuemeka, Cesare Casadei and Gabriel Slonina so far this summer. It will be interesting to see if the Blues manage to make any marquee signings in the final days of the window.
The west London club are currently sixth in the Premier League. They will next face Southampton on Tuesday, August 30, at St. Mary’s Stadium.
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