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Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has provided an update on team news and mental preparation ahead of the crucial FA Cup tie against Manchester City.
Mauricio Pochettino has provided an update on Christopher Nkunku's return date, stating that the French forward is "getting closer" to making his comeback.
When asked about Nkunku's availability for the upcoming FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City, Pochettino replied,
"We'll see, we'll see. He's getting closer, but we need to be careful and not rush him back."
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Pochettino also expressed his excitement for the Wembley showdown, saying,
"We're ready for anything. We're going to be prepared for a tough game, but also for a beautiful game."
The Chelsea manager emphasized the importance of adaptability, adding, "We need to be flexible and be able to change our approach if needed."
‘We know very well when you play 120 minutes in the Champions League, the effort is massive.
"Emotionally it’s not always easy to recover after you lose the possibility of reaching a semi-final but they still have amazing players and we must be ready."
The Blues also go into this game in good spirits, after the recent 6-0 win over Everton at Stamford Bridge.
Pochettino will be aiming to carry that form into Saturday's game.
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