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Thomas Tuchel dismisses fears over his use of Chelsea's youngsters by declaring the academy as the 'backbone' of the club... as he vows to 'push' Tammy Abraham, Billy Gilmour and Reece James and Co to success

Daily Mail | February 12, 2021

Related Topics: Reece James, Thomas Tuchel, Tammy Abraham, Chelsea F.C., Billy Gilmour, Frank Lampard, Barnsley F.C., Premier League

Thomas Tuchel has applauded the attitude of Chelsea's young stars and declared the academy to be the 'backbone' of any club.

Tuchel's selections in the Premier League have leaned towards experience since he replaced Frank Lampard last month.

But he stressed his faith in the academy graduates after an FA Cup win at Barnsley secured by a goal from Tammy Abraham that was created by Reece James and Billy Gilmour.

Thomas Tuchel (left) insists he has faith in Chelsea's academy graduates and will 'push' them
Reece James (left) set up fellow academy graduate Tammy Abraham in a 1-0 win at Barnsley

'My belief is it is always the backbone of any club,' said Tuchel.

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