SpotlightThe GuardianUnverified source· 25 Sept 2026
Tuchel questions Palmer's England commitment after withdrawal
Thomas Tuchel has cast doubt on Cole Palmer's England future, warning the Chelsea star has missed too many camps.


C. Palmer
player
Age
24
Club
Chelsea
Caps
14
Injury
Minor muscular
What happened. Cole Palmer withdrew from the England squad this week due to a minor muscular injury. Head coach Thomas Tuchel expressed disappointment, calling it a 'missed opportunity' and warning Palmer has missed too many camps.
- Palmer was left out of Tuchel's World Cup squad after struggling with form and fitness last season.
- England host Spain in the Nations League on Saturday.
- Tuchel questioned whether Palmer wants to be part of his squad.
“missing way too many”
— Thomas Tuchel
Palmer's England future is now in doubt as Tuchel publicly questions his commitment.
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