Rio Ferdinand claims Thomas Tuchel has repaired the relationship with Chelsea's senior players which became strained under Frank Lampard's management.
There was a strong emphasis on integrating youth players throughout Lampard's one-and-a-half season tenure, with some senior members of the squad regularly left out of the side.
Among these players were Antonio Rudiger and captain Cesar Azpilicueta, but both defenders have played key roles since Tuchel replaced Lampard in January.
The German has proved an excellent appointment so far, leading Chelsea to the top four of the Premier League, the semi-finals of the FA Cup and the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
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