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8th September 2022
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The German's reluctance to sign Cristiano Ronaldo was also met with tension by the club's owner as Tuchel preferred to sign Gabriel Jesus and was left frustrated by their decision not to purse a move for the Brazilian, who joined Arsenal instead.
Boehly had also described his former boss as a "nightmare" to deal with on recruitment during a conversation with an unnamed Premier League executive from another club.
Chelsea are close to confirming Graham Potter as the replacement for Tuchel, with a deal expected to be announced imminently.
Potter's £16m buyout clause was activated after Chelsea moved swiftly, calling Brighton CEO Paul Barber within half an hour of the decision to relieve Tuchel of his duties.
The 47-year-old could be appointed in time to take charge of the game against Fulham this weekend.
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