Thomas Tuchel defends handling of Trent Alexander-Arnold after England recall

Thomas Tuchel admitted his treatment of Trent Alexander-Arnold has been 'unfair' but justified, following the player's recall to the England squad. Alexander-Arnold has only played once under Tuchel since the manager took charge in October 2024. Despite his limited appearances, Tuchel explained that he had more trust in players who performed well prior to the FIFA World Cup. He acknowledged that while the decision may not have been fair, it was based on a commitment to fielding the players with the best current form. Alexander-Arnold returns to the national team after a challenging first season at Real Madrid, where he had only 35 appearances.

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