ANTONIO CONTE is going for the rough and rugged look… because his wife wants to see a change.
The Chelsea boss rocked up to his press conference sporting a new beard.
And whilst questions were asked over the future of David Luiz and their test against West Brom this weekend, the beard didn’t go unnoticed.
When questioned on his new look, the Italian said he is hoping the extra facial hair will bring him a spot of good fortune.
He said: “My wife said to me, try it, try it. For once, stay with a beard.
“For me, this is the first time. We will see tomorrow if the beard brings luck.”
But if any manager needs a bit of luck it’s Conte’s opposing boss Tony Pulis.
The Baggies gaffer heads into the clash at the Hawthorns under serious pressure and a defeat against the champions could see him face the axe.
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Conte hinted that defender David Luiz will be back in the squad after he was left out to face Manchester United.
The 48-year-old reiterated that it was a “tactical decision” to drop the Brazilian and claimed every player must accept his decision.
He said: “Every single player has to accept my decision. It’s normal. I’m hear to speak for my team ahead of an important game.
“It is normal this. I don’t like to speak about a single player.”
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