Thomas Tuchel is aware that Chelsea supporters will protest tomorrow against the Ricketts' bid to buy the club from Roman Abramovich and says it is "one of the consequences" the family faces after patriarch Joe was accused of making 'Islamophobic' remarks in leaked emails three years ago.
Joe Ricketts has since said "I strongly believe bigoted ideas are wrong" and a spokesperson for the family – who own the Chicago Cubs – recently stated they reject hate speech of any form: "Our family rejects any form of hate in the strongest possible terms. Racism and Islamophobia have no place whatsoever in our society. We have developed deep and abiding partnerships with all the Muslim community in Chicago, as well as with all communities of colour.
"Respect for diversity and inclusion are central to our family's values. If we prevail in our bid for Chelsea, we commit to the Club and to the fans that we will actively promote these values."
