England boss Thomas Tuchel explains why Cole Palmer missed the November squad: the Chelsea forward isn't seizing his moments to make a case.
Thomas Tuchel has made his message to Cole Palmer clear. The England manager says the Chelsea forward is not doing enough with the opportunities he gets to force his way into the national team picture.
Palmer was left out of England's squad for the November Nations League fixtures, a decision that raised eyebrows given the attacking talent he has shown at club level. Tuchel's explanation was blunt: in his view, Palmer has too often let chances to impress slip by.
The comments put fresh pressure on one of the Premier League's most talked-about creative players. Tuchel is working through a deep pool of attacking options, and his words suggest that reputation alone will not secure a place. He wants players to deliver when called upon.
For Palmer, the way back is straightforward. Strong, consistent performances for Chelsea will be the best answer to his manager's criticism, and the door is not closed. With competition for England's attacking spots so fierce, he will need to take his next chances if he wants to change Tuchel's mind.
