Tuchel Affirms Maguire's Contention for England Squad Despite Recent Snubs

Thomas Tuchel has emphasized that Harry Maguire will 'always be in contention' for the England national team, despite not being selected for his first two matches in charge. The 32-year-old defender, who has been a key player under previous manager Gareth Southgate, has faced fitness struggles after missing Euro 2024 due to injury. Tuchel explained that the decision to overlook Maguire was based on both fitness concerns and the current form of other players, specifically Marc Guehi and Ezri Konsa. Although Maguire has only earned two caps in 2024, Tuchel praised his professionalism and expressed confidence that he remains an important asset for the team. Maguire is expected to be considered for future matches, including upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Tuchel's approach reflects a careful selection process in balancing player fitness and performance.