Tuchel urges caution over Saka as England ramp up World Cup prep

The forward’s fitness is a consideration for Thomas Tuchel, whose side face Costa Rica in a warm-up friendly in Orlando on Wednesday before taking on Miami FC the following day behind closed doors.
England's Ezri Konsa (right) and Bukayo Saka (centre) during a training session at Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

England's Ezri Konsa (right) and Bukayo Saka (centre) during a training session at Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Thomas Tuchel says England have to be careful with Bukayo Saka ahead of the World Cup as the Arsenal winger continues to build his way back from an Achilles issue.

The 24-year-old linked up with the national team in Florida on Saturday along with team-mates Declan Rice, Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze after the quartet were given time off after the Champions League final.

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