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David McDonnell

"It's impossible" - Thomas Tuchel responds to Chelsea question ahead of Man City reunion

Thomas Tuchel insists he has nothing to prove tonight on his return to England – seven months after he was sacked by Chelsea

Tuchel, who took over at Bayern Munich 18 days ago, was asked if there was extra motivation for him facing Manchester City tonight, after the way his time at Chelsea ended.

The 49-year-old, who was sacked a year after leading Chelsea to Champions League glory, said: “No, it's impossible. I can just give my contract back if I'm not highly motivated for tomorrow. This is a pure pleasure, pure joy and a great gift to be part of a match like this, a quarter-final of a Champions League.

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