Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Andreas Christensen pulled out of Chelsea's FA Cup final clash with Liverpool the morning of the game, adding that it was not the first time the defender has left a matchday squad at short notice.
The Denmark international - who will join Barcelona at the end of the season - was not injured but told head coach Thomas Tuchel on the morning of the game he did not want to be considered for the match because he did not feel ready to play.
Sportsmail previously revealed that Christensen would have started the game had he been available for selection and his decision to withdraw from the squad proved a major blow to Chelsea's plans.