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Cole Palmer's England Career Under Threat
Tuchel excludes Palmer from England squad despite fitness checks.
In brief
Tuchel excludes Palmer from England squad despite fitness checks. Tuchel says Palmer misses opportunities to impress, leaving his England career uncertain. Originally reported by BBC News.
Tuchel's blunt assessment
Tuchel says Palmer misses too many opportunities to impress.
“He misses too many opportunities to impress”
Palmer's exclusion details
Palmer withdrew England camp citing minor injury but Tuchel confirmed fitness checks.
Tuchel's selection criteria
Tuchel prioritizes players from last camp over new talent for England.
Palmer's England record
Palmer has 14 England caps with two goals and one assist.
Tuchel's recent decisions
Tuchel excluded Jude Bellingham despite recovery from shoulder surgery.
Chelsea manager's view
Xabi Alonso says Palmer is struggling at Chelsea but remains fit for England.
Palmer's recent form
Palmer scored 50 league goals in 105 games for Chelsea.
Tuchel's next move
Tuchel will name England squad in March 2027.
Palmer's position in squad
Palmer is last in Tuchel's England pecking order with no immediate return.
Tuchel's priority players
Tuchel selected Josh King and Jobe Bellingham ahead of Palmer.
The big picture
Tuchel says Palmer misses opportunities to impress, leaving his England career uncertain.
