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Graham Potter reveals Chelsea's players told him last season's pre-season under predecessor Thomas Tuchel was the 'WORST' they'd ever had, where Blues struggled on USA tour and were thrashed by Arsenal

Chelsea players experienced 'the worst pre-season' of their careers under Thomas Tuchel last season, Graham Potter has claimed.

The Blues embarked on a disastrous tour of America last July that saw them lose on penalties to MLS side Charlotte before being thrashed 4-0 by Arsenal.

Tuchel questioned the players' commitment in a rant after the Gunners loss, and was out of a job months later despite winning the Champions League in 2021.

Potter mentioned the controversial tour as he spoke ahead of Chelsea's clash with Tottenham on Sunday.

'Speaking to a few of the experienced guys, they said it was the worst pre-season they've had, ' he said.