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Tuchel Recalls Ruben Loftus-Cheek to England Squad After Seven-Year Absence

Tuchel cites Milan performances for the recall, praising the midfielder's character.

Overview

  • It is Loftus-Cheek's first senior England call-up since November 2018, when he last featured in a 3-0 win over the United States.
  • Tuchel lauded his quality, saying he sometimes doubts the player realizes how good he is.
  • Goal.com reports he was drafted in after Adam Wharton withdrew through injury.
  • England play World Cup qualifiers against Andorra on Saturday and Serbia on Tuesday, with Loftus-Cheek competing for a central midfield role.
  • Since a €18.9m move to AC Milan in 2023, he has logged 11 goals and three assists in 71 games despite injuries, a return that has prompted surprise at his recall among some observers.