Thomas Tuchel's 'Lukewarm' Stance On Chelsea's Interest In Cristiano Ronaldo And Neymar Revealed

Thomas Tuchel is said to be ‘lukewarm’ to the idea of signing the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar for Chelsea this summer.

This comes after the pair have been linked with a switch to Stamford Bridge this summer as Chelsea look to rebuild their attack.

However, since then, Manchester United boss Erik Ten Hag has revealed that Ronaldo is not for sale this summer despite his desire to leave.

Neymar also appears unlikely to be available, with PSG boss Christophe Galtier keen to utilise the Brazilian after being named as head coach.

Cristiano Ronaldo was offered to Chelsea this summer. (Alamy)

Thiago Silva had previously urged the 30-year-old to join him at Stamford Bridge this summer, playing together for Brazil and previously in Paris. 

He said: “He has to go to Chelsea. If it happens, it will be for the best. He needs no comments… So far, I don’t know anything, but I hope it comes to fruition.”

Despite the desire of Silva to link up with his friend at Chelsea, Tuchel’s stance on the matter, as well as the potential signing of Ronaldo, has been revealed.

As reported by Nizaar Kinsell of The Evening Standard, Tuchel is said to be ‘lukewarm’ on the prospect of signing an older superstar in attack.

This means that the signings of Ronaldo and Neymar appear to be unlikely despite the pair being offered to Chelsea.

The only time Tuchel has publicly commented on Ronaldo, he admitted to being a huge fan of the star.

He said: "I think he will have a huge impact. He is a true champion and has proved at any level, in any year, he can perform at outstanding levels. And don't forget, he will have an impact every day with the group, it's not just goals and assists. 

“You ask me about it, which is fair enough. I think he will have a huge impact because he is a champion, a true champion. He has proved on any level in any year that he can perform on outstanding levels. 

"Cristiano leads by example and makes things more complicated for us! Very exciting, we will not change our ambitions because of that."

Neymar in action for PSG against Monaco. (Alamy)

With Romelu Lukaku departing just a year after his £97:5 million move, Tuchel may be swayed away from making a move for another big name.

Raheem Sterling is already set to join and reinforce Chelsea’s top-heavy squad, adding to the attacking numbers.

It remains to be seen as to whether the Blues will add further, with a big name and older player looking unlikely to be identified as a target by Tuchel this summer.

The Blues are currently on pre-season tour in the United States as they prepare for the 2022/23 campaign.