Tuchel Rules Marc Guehi Out of Serbia Qualifier, Says Foot Has No Structural Damage
The defender remains under daily assessment for possible involvement against Albania.
Overview
- The centre-back sustained a heavy bone bruise in Crystal Palace’s win over AZ Alkmaar and missed the 0-0 draw with Brighton.
- Thomas Tuchel confirmed he will not play against Serbia at Wembley on Thursday.
- Medical checks indicate no structural damage to his foot, with short-term availability determined by pain.
- England are assessing him each day for Sunday’s game against Albania, and he will not travel if he cannot train on Friday or Saturday.
- Trevoh Chalobah has been called up as cover, with James Trafford also added after injuries to Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon and Nick Pope, and Palace hope to have Guehi fit for the Nov 22 match at Wolves.