Thomas Tuchel Excludes Cole Palmer From Latest England Squad
· Sports · BBC Sport
Cole Palmer has been excluded from the latest England squad by head coach Thomas Tuchel, who cited the Chelsea playmaker's failure to impress in training. Tuchel stated that he is sticking with the players from the previous camp, noting that he is satisfied with the current group of number 10s. The decision comes despite assurances from Palmer's camp that the 24-year-old was fully fit for the upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain. Palmer has struggled to secure a consistent spot in the team, having appeared in only three of Tuchel's 26 matches since the coach took charge. He has earned 14 caps for England since his debut in November 2023, but his international career has been marked by inconsistent form and injury setbacks.
Why it matters
The exclusion signals a significant shift in England's selection hierarchy, effectively sidelining one of the Premier League's most productive playmakers from the national team's immediate plans.
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