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Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel believes Jorginho 'deserves to win the Ballon d'Or' as he hails Italian's 'great vision of football' and says it's a 'pleasure to be his coach'

Thomas Tuchel believes Chelsea midfielder Jorginho 'deserves to win the Ballon d'Or' after an incredibly successful season for club and country.

The 29-year-old won the Champions League with Chelsea at the end of May, before playing a pivotal role in Italy's Euro 2020 triumph and was among the 30 players shortlisted for the Ballon d'Or on Friday.

Lionel Messi is the bookmakers' favourite win the prestigious award for a record seventh time next month, but Tuchel believes Jorginho should be rewarded for his efforts when the winner is announced in Paris on November 29.