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Cole Palmer Left Out of England Squad Despite Returning to Fitness
Cole Palmer has been left out of Thomas Tuchel’s latest England squad for the upcoming international fixtures, despite returning to fitness and being available for selection.
The Chelsea forward withdrew from the previous international break, but his return has not been enough to earn a place in Tuchel’s final England squad of 2026.
Palmer’s omission is a notable decision given his importance to Chelsea and his previous role with the England national team. The 2026 fixtures will now take place without the attacking midfielder, who will have to wait for another opportunity to return to the international setup.
England Squad
Goalkeepers: Pickford, Steele, Trafford.
Defenders: Branthwaite, Guéhi, Hall, Konsa, Quansah, Spence, Trent Alexander-Arnold, White.
Midfielders: Elliott Anderson, Jude Bellingham, Eze, Garner, Jobe Bellingham, King, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Rice.
Forwards: Calvert-Lewin, Gibbs-White, Gordon, Kane, Ngumoha, Rogers.
Palmer will now turn his attention back to club football as he continues to work toward a return to the England squad.
His absence is likely to attract plenty of discussion among supporters, particularly because he is available again after missing the previous international break.
