Shearer Backs Tuchel's Questions Over Palmer's England Commitment

Cole Palmer's England withdrawal has drawn criticism from Alan Shearer, who agrees with Thomas Tuchel's doubts about the Chelsea star's commitment.

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What happened. Cole Palmer withdrew from England's latest squad, sparking controversy. Thomas Tuchel said it is "hard to argue" with questions over Palmer's commitment, and Alan Shearer has now criticised the Chelsea star.

• Palmer has won only three caps since Tuchel took charge at the start of last year.
• Tuchel admitted questions over Palmer's England commitment are hard to argue with.
• Shearer has joined the criticism of Palmer's withdrawal from the squad.

“hard to argue”

— Thomas Tuchel

Palmer's international future and relationship with Tuchel will face further scrutiny after this latest withdrawal.

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