Timo Werner Aims Brutal Dig at Thomas Tuchel’s Tactics After Making Germany Claim

Timo Werner Aims Brutal Dig at Thomas Tuchel’s Tactics After Making Germany Claim

Rene Otinga
updated at April 12, 2023 at 7:59 PM
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  • Werner said he felt more comfortable playing for Germany than for Chelsea
  • The German’ sentiments came at the back of Germany’s 2-0 win over Israel in a friendly which he scored
  • At Chelsea, the 26-year old has failed to thrive, with reports linking him to a move away from Stamford Bridge

Chelsea striker Timo Werner has boldly declared that the football played by Germany boss Hansi Flick suits him better than the one Chelsea is playing under Thomas Tuchel.

The 26-year old has struggled to live up to his hefty £53million price tag at Chelsea, and has only managed the one Premier League goal so far this campaign.

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Timo Werner says the German way of football suits him better than at Chelsea. Photo by Clive Mason/Boris Streubel.
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On Saturday, March 26, Werner was on target for Germany, who claimed a 2-0 win in a friendly against Israel - a victory that made it eight wins from eight matches under the tactician.

Speaking after the match, Werner made some interesting claims that seemed to suggest Thomas Tuchel’s tactics were simply not working for him.

'I'm a striker and always want to score. Things aren't going the way I'd like at Chelsea, so it's all the better that things are going well here under Hansi Flick,” he said as quoted by Daily Mail.

'I really enjoy playing football, no matter where I'm playing. There are differences in the style of play between football at Chelsea and here.

'Maybe the one at the national team suits me better. Here, I always have scoring chances, I can score goals. I feel very comfortable here.'

Werner’s struggles at Chelsea

Since moving to Stamford Bridge in 2020, Werner was expected to hit the ground running, having established himself as a world class striker at RB Leipzig.

But as a Blue, the German has been a shadow of his former self, only managing seven goals in 28 games this season.

In addition, he has struggled to establish himself in Tuchel’s squad, with the gaffer preferring Werner’s German counterpart Kai Havertz up front.

As a result of his torrid Chelsea for, Werner has been linked with a move back to Germany, with Borussia Dortmund a likely destination.

Dortmund are almost certain to lose Erling Haaland in the summer and they will be scouting for replacements soon.

Rashford offered an escape route from Manchester United

Elsewhere, Marcus Rashford has been offered a way out of Manchester United if the Red Devils fail to qualify for the Champions League next season.

Arsenal could make a move for the winger if they manage a top four finish as Mikel Arteta will likely need reinforcements for his side up front in the summer.

Rashford, like Werner, has struggled for his club this season, only managing five goals in all competitions so far.

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Rene Otinga is a sports journalist with over eight years of working experience in digital media. Rene's experience includes working as a Copywriter at X News Kenya and TUKO.co.ke.
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