Tuchel's England concern

Thomas Tuchel questions Cole Palmer's urgency to play for England after two withdrawals since he became manager.

Palmer's England history

Palmer played three times for Tuchel but missed camps due to injuries since 2025.

Tuchel's response

Tuchel says Palmer misses too many opportunities and isn't ready for England.

“It's hard to argue against what you're saying.”

Tuchel's team

Tuchel lists Jude Bellingham, Morgan Rogers, Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze as ready for England.

Tuchel's injury stance

Tuchel says Palmer plays with discomfort and cannot compete at his best.

“He plays with discomfort and pain and cannot play on the highest level with discomfort and pain.”

Tuchel's trust

Tuchel trusts players to handle injuries but questions Palmer's commitment.

“I have no reason not to trust the players because they were with us in the US and they were fantastic.”

Palmer's availability

Palmer missed camps in March, May, August, October, November 2025 and September 2026.

Tuchel's priority

Tuchel focuses on players who want to play for England immediately.

“We will never let this feeling creep in that the players don't want to come [to England camps].”

Tuchel's urgency

Tuchel says Palmer must join England camps to impress him.

“If you're not here, you can't impress me.”

England's next match

England faces Spain in Nations League on Saturday, September 26.