England’s Tuchel Explains Toney’s Omission and Praises His Quality
England's national team coach, Thomas Tuchel, recently provided insights into his decision to leave out Brentford striker Ivan Toney from the latest squad selection. Speaking to BBC Sport, Tuchel emphasized that the decision was purely based on sporting considerations, despite acknowledging Toney's impressive performances and undeniable quality on the field.
In a detailed analysis on Football365, Tuchel explained that the choice was influenced by the need to balance the squad with players in different positions. He highlighted Dominic Solanke and Jack Grealish as alternatives who fit into the team's tactical setup more seamlessly for the upcoming matches. Despite this, Tuchel praised Toney, describing him as a 'quality striker' who has been unfortunate not to be selected, a sentiment echoed in OneFootball's feature on the Brentford forward.
Tuchel's comments come amidst speculation about Toney's future, with reports from Tribal Football suggesting interest from Saudi club Al-Ahli. However, Tuchel's focus remains firmly on England's upcoming fixtures, where the team aims to build on their recent successes.
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