Steven Gerrard urges Cole Palmer and Thomas Tuchel to resolve England dispute

Steven Gerrard has called for a resolution between Cole Palmer and Thomas Tuchel in regards to the England national team situation. Palmer, a Chelsea midfielder, was notably absent from Thomas Tuchel's squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain. The 24-year-old had previously missed out on selection for the 2026 World Cup in the summer and subsequently withdrew from a September squad due to fitness concerns.

Tuchel has criticized Palmer for his lack of availability with England, stating that he hasn't had enough opportunities to prove himself with the national side.

Gerrard, addressing the issue on The Overlap Daily, expressed his belief that both Palmer's talent and Tuchel should be considered, and that the two can help each other overcome their differences. He noted that Palmer's ego may have played a role in his decision to withdraw from certain matches, as he had been managing a nagging injury and felt unfairly overlooked for the World Cup.

Gerrard argued that Palmer should have still attended the September international break and tried to impress the England staff, in order to prove his worth to them. He emphasized that Palmer should be given an opportunity to play for England and earn his place in the squad.