LITTLE BRITON

German Tuchel believes love of all things English gives him an edge

- JOHN CROSS

THOMAS TUCHEL apologised for his German passport - but insisted it comes with a "British edge".

Former Chelsea boss Tuchel spelt out his affection for England, English football and why he always wanted to come back to live and work here again.

Tuchel, 51, was hugely impressive as he laid out his ambition, philosophy and admitted the only way to convince any doubters and those who say the England manager must be English - is to win matches.

"I am sorry to have a German passport but I can just tell them and maybe the supporters can feel my passion for the English Premier League, my passion for the country, how I love to live and work here," said Tuchel.

"Everyone has their opinion and I can understand even the opinion I would fancy an English coach more for the English team.

"But I think we deserve a fair chance, we deserve the credit for having a good record in the country, for never being shy of how much we love to live in the country and how much we enjoy working with the players in the Premier League.