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Chelsea news: Thomas Tuchel will snub Arsenal for Blues on one condition - Michael Ballack
MICHAEL BALLACK believes that Thomas Tuchel will snub Arsenal to manage Chelsea on one condition.
Dortmund manager Tuchel leaves days after winning Cup final
The ex-Germany international has backed the former Borussia Dortmund boss to be successful in the Premier League if he decides his next move should be to head over to England.
Arsenal have been heavily linked with signing Tuchel if they are to part ways with Arsene Wenger.
The Frenchman has come under mounting pressure this campaign and there are some suggestions he could end his 22-year reign at the end of the season.
Meanwhile, Chelsea are expected to axe Antonio Conte following a failure to defend their league title.
Thomas Tuchel could join Arsenal and Chelsea next season
Chelsea's participation in the Champions League next season will have a big impact on Tuchel's next role
And Ballack thinks his former side will hold the advantage over the Gunners if they can qualify for Champions League football.
“One thing I am sure of is that Thomas Tuchel is ready and able to manage a top club,” Ballack told Betfair.
“Whether is it Arsenal, Paris or even at Chelsea, it does not matter.
Michael Ballack has lifted the lid on Tuchel's intentions
“He is ready.
“Chelsea's participation in the Champions League next season will have a big impact on Tuchel's next role.”
Chelsea currently sit fifth in the table - five points behind fourth-placed Tottenham.
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