Thomas Tuchel bemused as England call up injured Reece James: He could play water polo

Thomas Tuchel says Reece James could only play water polo (Mike Egerton/Adam Davy/PA)

Thomas Tuchel has revealed his bemusement at Gareth Southgate naming Reece James in his England squad, insisting the Chelsea full-back will miss the upcoming internationals through injury.

James hobbled out of Chelsea’s 1-0 Premier League loss to Manchester City last weekend with an ankle injury.