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Thomas Tuchel insists N'Golo Kante IS in his plans at Chelsea despite only playing 31 MINUTES under the German... but boss refuses to be drawn on interest in Erling Haaland and Dayot Upamecano ahead of summer window

Thomas Tuchel has given N'Golo Kante another glowing review after admitting that he is 'humbled' to coach the Frenchman before confirming that he midfielder is in his future plans at Chelsea.

The German boss is preparing for his first taste of FA Cup action on Thursday when he takes his side to Oakwell for their fifth-round clash against the Championship side.

And Tuchel confirmed that Kante will start the game before praising his impact and the quality his possesses.

Thomas Tuchel (right) has revealed that N'Golo Kante will start against Barnsley on Thursday

'I think N'Golo fits into any manager's plans on the planet,' Tuchel told reporters on Thursday.