Thomas Tuchel has warned Cole Palmer that the forward’s ‘concerning’ injury problems could damage his chances of securing a place in his England squad should they qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

The Three Lions boast a 100 per cent record in Group K, winning all five of their opening qualifying matches, ahead of their trip to fourth-placed Latvia in Riga next Tuesday night.

Just two more victories would guarantee England a spot at next year’s tournament, but, first, Tuchel’s men face off against Craig Bellamy’s Wales for what promises to be an intriguing friendly at Wembley.

Eyebrows were raised as Tuchel’s unveiled his squad for this month’s double-header, with Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham, Manchester City’s Phil Foden and a resurgent Jack Grealish all left out of England’s 24-man par

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