Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says he's looking forward to a busy programme ahead.
This season will be the first time Tuchel has experienced the Christmas schedule in England.
"I'm looking forward to it" the Chelsea boss said.
"I love my job but it does not feel like a job. I am enjoying every day, being with the squad and the football team, I feel privileged.
"I love the game and very blessed that I can be part of a big football club, to live my passion. It is the first time I will play around Christmas and New Year, we had little breaks in France and Germany but what did we do? We watched Boxing Day games.
"I am aware of the schedule but it does not feel like a job. I am happy to be here."
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