Thomas Tuchel admits he was wrong to bring Romelu Lukaku on during Chelsea’s 3-2. defeat to West Ham on Saturday afternoon.
Tuchel started Lukaku on the bench but introduced the record signee Romelu into the game during the second half as Kai Havertz was forced off injured.
Speaking to Chelsea’s official website, Tuchel said: ‘It’s my fault. I don’t think he is ready for 45 minutes physically but still, we decided to bring him on for his height because we lost Kai.
‘Kai had a crucial role in defending set-pieces, which is a huge threat from West Ham, so this is on me. I took the decision so it’s my responsibility.’
Despite having only won two of their past five Premier League trips, Tuchel insists there is ‘no need for major doubts’.
He said: ‘It’s detailed and you can always solve the details,’ said the boss. ‘There is no need to question the big picture and no need for major doubts.
Chelsea is now sitting third on the 2021 Premier League table after losing to the Hammers by 3:2.
