Thomas Tuchel has warned Antonio Rudiger that no one is ‘bigger than the club’, before calling for patience as Chelsea want to tie the centre-back down to a new contract.
Rudiger has been regular for the Blues so far this season, starting 14 of the club’s opening 15 Premier League games.
His current contract at Stamford Bridge expires at the end of the season.
Speaking ahead of Chelsea’s crucial Premier League clash against Leeds United on Saturday, head coach Tuchel admitted that patience is a virtue over the negotiations.
"We absolutely accept and are fully aware of the importance of Toni and the role that he’s playing on and off the pitch," said Tuchel. "There is no doubt about that.
"It’s true that nobody is bigger than the club and this is a team effort and a strong club. It’s not only about Toni and I mean that in the best way because we know what he’s doing and we’re fully aware of it.
"In the end, we need a bit of patience. I have no update right now."
"With Toni, his dip in form is very, very slight, if there is even one," the German boss added.
"He’s played so much that he needed the break we gave him but I honestly expect him to be in top shape now."
Source -
Metro
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