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Unfortunately, the fact remains, despite the evident similarities, Werner is not Martinez. If any partnership with Lukaku is to blossom, it will likely need the same amount of meticulous, long term planning Conte needed to blend them together.
The absence of Mason Mount was most definitely felt, with the England international ruled out of the contest with a minor knock. They missed his bite and drive with and without the ball. His tenacity, energy, and uncanny ability to win the ball back high up the pitch was a huge miss for Chelsea, who finished the match with only 40% possession.
These are not pretty statistics considering they are the reigning European Champions playing at home. However, these statistics should not concern Tuchel – after-all, only a full would try to beat Manchester City on possession.
But, when asked specifically about the performance and involvement of Lukaku, Tuchel shouldered the blame and suggested it was a failure on his tactical part, rather than Lukaku’s.
“I don’t think it’s necessary to talk about Romelu’s [Lukaku] struggle today,” Tuchel said after the match.
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