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Scott Trotter

Todd Boehly faces £270m Chelsea pressure as Thomas Tuchel sacked and Graham Potter sounded out

When Thomas Tuchel acknowledged Chelsea's suppoters in the stands of Stadion Maksimir, few people knew it would be for the last time. Even those calling for his head amid faltering performances and frustrated press conferences perhaps did not expect the call so soon, just one week following the end of the transfer window.

In defeat to Dinamo Zagreb, Tuchel was frustrated with himself as much as the team. The German coach described himself as being 'in the wrong movie' and it appears new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly agreed.

The American was in attendance for Chelsea Champions League clash, though the result doesn't necessarily appear to be what has forced him into the decision. Within the club's statement the ownership group suggest that as they reach 100 days in charge the time was right for transition.

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