Chelsea boss Tuchel gives firm response to Roman Abramovich question

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel snapped during Tuesday’s press conference after being asked questions about the club’s owner Roman Abramovich.

Russian billionaire Abramovich handed “stewardship and care” of the club to trustees of Chelsea’s charitable foundation on Saturday but remains the Blues’ owner.

A spokesperson said on Monday, per BBC Sport, that Abramovich had been asked by Ukraine to support their attempts to reach a “peaceful resolution” with Russia.

Tuchel was asked whether Abramovich’s ownership of Chelsea was a problem following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

“It is a bit too much for me to answer,” the German coach responded.

“I am not aware of any details and I’m not aware of the whole situation. There are situations that are much, much more important than football.

“This will never change. Situations like war are so much more important.

“The role from Mr Abramovich is not on me to comment because I simply don’t know enough about it.”