England manager Thomas Tuchel has explained his decision to leave Chelsea forward Cole Palmer out of the national team squad, stating that the player "misses too many opportunities." The omission comes as a surprise given Palmer's strong club form for Chelsea in the Premier League.
Tuchel's comments were reported by The Independent on November 6, 2026, with journalist Jamie Braidwood covering the story. The England boss suggested that Palmer's finishing and decision-making in front of goal were factors in the selection decision.
Palmer has been one of Chelsea's standout performers since his move from Manchester City, but Tuchel appears to be prioritizing other attacking options for the upcoming international fixtures.
