Chelsea Could Sign Players Before Transfer Deadline, Says Manager

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel said the club would look to bring in new players before the transfer window closes on September 1st, but will make do with the existing squad if they have to.

Speaking ahead of Tuesday’s trip to Southampton, Tuchel said he was fully focused on their opponents as they look to make it three victories from five games after beating Leicester City 2-1 last time out.

Chelsea have been linked with several players, including Leicester defender Wesley Fofana and Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

“Right now we could need more players in some positions but it’s close to the end of the transfer window and when September 1st comes I will be a happy coach no matter what happens,” Tuchel told a news conference.

“I will try to find solutions and not think about what could have happened. All that matters is the reality and the moment now. And what will matter at Southampton is to find a way to win, step up individually and push the team. This is what we will do whether players come or not.”

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Chelsea cruised to a 6-0 win over Southampton last season, but Tuchel said his team cannot take their opponents lightly at St Mary’s Stadium.

“What you can always expect at Southampton is a physical game, a running game and a high-intensity game,” Tuchel said. “So we need to recover well and be well prepared to have a chance to repeat what we did last season.”

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