Thomas Tuchel Doesn’t Want Armando Broja To Leave

DBasia.news – Thomas Tuchel does not expect Chelsea forward Armando Broja to leave his club. Although there is a lot of interest from a number of rivals in the English Premier League.

Broja spent last season on loan with Southampton and has caught the attention of several other top clubs, including West Ham and Everton.

However, speaking before his side face MLS Charlotte, as part of their pre-season tour of the United States, Tuchel stated that while he is aware of interest in the forward, he hopes his side will stay at Stamford Bridge.

“I didn’t expect Armando to leave,” Tuchel said at a press conference ahead of Wednesday’s match.

“We are aware of offers and interest. We will take this decision together with the owner and the player.”

“When he was here I realized he was trying to impress and become a Chelsea player as soon as possible.”

With Romelu Lukaku sent back to Inter on loan, a potential spot for Broja opens up in front of the Blues attack, with Tuchel’s direct attacking options more limited than ever.

While new signing Raheem Sterling could serve as a number nine, the England winger is anticipated to operate wide this season.

Hence, Chelsea’s only nominal attacking options are Kai Havertz, Timo Werner and Michy Batshuayi, with Broja likely to battle the latter for the bench, unless Tuchel lands another major marksman up front.