Tuchel reveals Man City verdict is dominating England camp talk — but insists it won’t affect selection

LONDON, Oct 3 — Thomas Tuchel revealed that Manchester City dominated the conversation among the England camp following the club's guilty verdict for multiple Premier League financial rule breaches, but he affirmed that the case wouldn't impact his selection for today's match in Croatia. The independent commission's findings have caused ripples through English football, as City, the top Premier League force for the past 15 years, faces significant sanctions, potentially including relegation.

Marc Guehi and Elliott Anderson are the only two City players left in Tuchel's squad for the Nations League match in Rijeka, after Nico O'Reilly withdrew due to injury. According to Tuchel, the players occasionally discuss the case, but it doesn't affect their readiness or preparation. City has denied the allegations and has appealed the decision.

However, unless they overturn the ruling, they could face a points deduction, jeopardizing their Premier League status. Tuchel was asked if the team's ability to compete in lower divisions would affect their selection. He stated that he would always aim to select the best team for each match, tournament, or occasion, and wouldn't rule out the possibility of City's players playing in the top flight of their country.

England's match against Croatia, to be played behind closed doors, is their third of four Nations League games in the current international window. The Three Lions lost 3-2 to world champions Spain at home last weekend but bounced back with a 2-0 victory over the Czech Republic on Tuesday.