Cole Palmer left out of England squad by Thomas Tuchel

According to Sports Mole and the Evening Standard, England manager Thomas Tuchel has explained his decision to omit Cole Palmer from the squad for the November international break.

Photo: Evening Standard (new window)

Cole Palmer has been left out of England's squad for the November international break, according to Sports Mole and the Evening Standard. England boss Thomas Tuchel explained his decision, with a new name included instead, reports Sports Mole.

The Evening Standard adds that the Chelsea star was omitted after medical checks, and that Tuchel had previously warned that Palmer misses "too many camps" through injury. Palmer also missed the last camp, which left Tuchel frustrated, according to the same newspaper.

Earlier, the Daily Mail reported that England had asked Chelsea about Palmer's fitness, a sign that Tuchel was considering calling him up.

Sources

  1. Sports MoleEngland squad controversy: Thomas Tuchel explains Cole Palmer absence as "desperate" Premier League star ahead of Chelsea man (new window)sportsmole.co.uk
  2. Evening StandardEngland squad: Cole Palmer left out by Thomas Tuchel after medical checks on Chelsea star (new window)standard.co.uk
  3. Daily MailCole Palmer's England lifeline: Three Lions ask Chelsea about star's fitness in clear sign Thomas Tuchel is considering calling him up after warning over last squad withdrawal (new window)dailymail.com
  4. Evening StandardEngland carry out Cole Palmer medical checks as Thomas Tuchel considers calling up Chelsea star (new window)standard.co.uk