US EditionTuchel Sees Other Centre-Backs Ahead of Maguire as England Confirm Squad Changes
Tuchel ranks Maguire behind four defenders, citing fitness and injury issues; Stones has played only five club games since November, affecting selection for England's World Cup squad.
- England manager Thomas Tuchel ranked Harry Maguire fifth among centre-backs following the defender's first appearance in 18 months during Friday's 1-1 draw against Uruguay.
- Tuchel explicitly placed Maguire behind Ezri Konsa, Marc Guehi, John Stones, and Trevoh Chalobah in his defensive hierarchy, acknowledging Maguire's 'solid' play but preferring players with different profiles.
- Manchester City defender John Stones remains a priority despite calf issues, with Tuchel describing the 31-year-old as 'world class' and having 'credit in the bank.'
- Ahead of Tuesday's friendly against Japan at Wembley, the Football Association confirmed several players, including Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka, left the squad due to injuries.
- Regarding the final squad, Tuchel stated he does not need to name it immediately, but Maguire could feature if forced to choose today given the team's current injury list.
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Tuchel sees other centre-backs ahead of Maguire as England confirm squad changes
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Thomas Tuchel names four players ahead of £80m Man Utd star for England squad
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