England boss Thomas Tuchel casts doubt over Phil Foden’s World Cup hopes

The 25-year-old was the only player to start both games in the final camp before the coach makes his selection, playing him as a number 10 in the 1-1 draw with Uruguay before using him as a false nine in the loss to Japan.

Thomas Tuchel gave Phil Foden the chance to impress in March (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Thomas Tuchel admits Phil Foden is not guaranteed to be in England’s World Cup squad having struggled to make an impact in March’s friendlies.

The 25-year-old was the only player to start both games in the final camp before the coach makes his selection, playing him as a number 10 in the 1-1 draw with Uruguay before using him as a false nine against Japan.