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When it comes to quantifying what makes the best defender it's no longer as easy to decide on the main factors. Defensive ability itself is useful, but perhaps no longer as sought after as traits such as crossing or set piece threat.
Thomas Tuchel cut a hurt figure in his press conference following Chelsea's pre-season defeat to Charlotte FC on penalties. The fixture saw Raheem Sterling's eagerly awaiting debut but the German coach's lingering impression was of a disjointed performance that lacked that quality he hoped for as the priority switched from physical fitness to tactical preparation.
It hasn't been entirely smooth sailing for the Blues this pre-season. Having won one out of two games so far, there is still a lot of work left to do with Thomas Tuchel's squad. Chelsea most recently faced newly formed side, Charlotte in their pre-season tour and lost on penalties. The curse of the penalty kicks hasn't quite escaped.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has suggested that Chelsea have won the race to sign Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde.
Thomas Tuchel is ready to sell four Chelsea stars after completing a deal for Jules Kounde but could be stuck with the unwanted players as the Blues struggle to attract offers.
The Premier League pre-season is in full flight with sides in the English top flight honing their skills ahead of the new campaign.
The Premier League pre-season is in full flight with sides in the English top flight honing their skills ahead of the new campaign.
Chelsea want to sign a wing-back after bringing in two more central defenders, claims transfer insider Dean Jones.