Chelsea star Jorginho named UEFA Men's Player of the Year, Thomas Tuchel wins best coach award

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho and Barcelona attacking midfielder Alexia Putellas have been named the UEFA Players of the Year for the 2020-21 season.

Chelsea and Italy midfielder Jorginho was named UEFA men's player of the year at a ceremony in Istanbul on Thursday while Barcelona's Alexia Putellas won the women's award. He conquered Europe twice. Bravo, Jorginho - UEFA Men's Player of the Year! #UEFAawards | #UCLdraw | @ChelseaFC pic.twitter.com/7sBtw8A4wy UEFA 2020/21 Women's Player of the Year:Congratulations, @alexiaputellas #UEFAawards pic.twitter.com/qQFc2wHOW2 Meanwhile, Barcelona’s Champions League-winning manager Lluis Cortes was named as the Women’s Coach of the Year whilst Thomas Tuchel, won the tournament in the men’s edition with Chelsea, took the Men’s Coach of the Year award. The awards were announced at the Champions League draw in Istanbul.