Tuchel open to picking Man City players if club is relegated
England manager Thomas Tuchel has indicated he would consider selecting Manchester City players for international duty even if the club are relegated to the Championship following financial breaches.
Tuchel open to selecting City players
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has said he would not rule out selecting Manchester City players for the national team even if the club are relegated to the Championship. His comments come after City were found guilty of financial breaches and could face expulsion from the Premier League or a massive points deduction, according to The Independent.
Speaking to the media, Tuchel stated, "I will never rule it out," as reported by FourFourTwo. Sports Mole also confirms that Tuchel is open to the possibility of calling up City players in the event of relegation.
Relegation scenario
The prospect of City dropping to the second tier arises from the club's guilty verdict on financial charges. While the exact punishment has not been confirmed, the Premier League could impose severe sanctions, including expulsion or a substantial points penalty, which would likely result in relegation.
England selection policy
Tuchel's stance suggests that playing in the Championship would not automatically disqualify City's English players from international duty. This could be significant for the club's England regulars, though the manager did not name specific players.
Next steps
The final decision on City's punishment is still pending, and it remains unclear when the Premier League will announce the outcome. Until then, Tuchel's selection policy for the next international break will be closely watched.
