Chelsea have switched the west for east in the States as we now set up camp in Orlando, before playing Charlotte FC and Arsenal prior to our flight home this weekend.

Despite high humidity levels in Florida taking their toll on training sessions, the boss has still heaped praise on a hard-working and thoroughly enjoyable group of players to coach.

‘We are very happy. We have a very strong group who are hard-working, very nice group of players. They like to be with each other. They train intensely, and they are very ambitious. It is very nice to be around them, says the boss.

‘We’ve been together a long time now and there’s still a whole week to go. It’s a very nice group of players and characters, so we are very happy.’

When pressed on how this added bond off the pitch may impact life on it, Tuchel cites added competitiveness and respect between players.

‘For me it’s very important. It’s the foundation to push yourself. The level of respect, ambition, the level you can leave your ego in the dressing room or even in the hotel. Maybe you don’t even have an ego!’ Thomas jokes. ‘This is very important to build a strong group.

‘Football is, and always will be, a team sport. For this you need a certain atmosphere, and this is what we are trying to create. The players are a fantastic group, how they are with each other. The combination with the staff is very ambitious, but a very respectful group of people. It is nice.’