England players ‘had smiles on faces’ after Tuchel deal – Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has predicted “very exciting times” for England under Thomas Tuchel and said his squad members who play for the Three Lions are pleased with the German’s appointment.

Tuchel was named as Gareth Southgate’s successor on Wednesday, with the ambition of winning the 2026 Fifa World Cup with the held of Gunners stars including Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka.

“They’re going to learn a lot,” Arteta said, discussing what England players can expect from Tuchel, a Champions League winner with former club Chelsea.

“He is one of the best coaches in the world in my opinion, without a doubt. His experiences, the way his teams are set up – very exciting times. I have spoken to a few of the players and they had a smile on their faces, which is always a good sign.”

“I would take a lot of pride that a lot of managers would do anything to become England manager.”

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Arsenal team news, injuries

Arteta, who said he was not one of the 10 candidates interviewed by the FA for the role, could be without Saka for his side’s trip to Bournemouth on Saturday (5.30pm BST) after the livewire withdrew from England’s Nations League squad last week, having suffered a hamstring issue during their 2-1 home defeat to Greece.

“It’s not a serious injury,” said the Spaniard. “He’s evolving really well. He’s done a few things in the last two days.

“He wasn’t fit enough to play with the national team for the second game [in Finland on Sunday] but we are hopeful. We have a training session this afternoon [Friday]. He did some bits yesterday, so let’s see if he can make it on time.”

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Author : Ben Miller

Publish date : 2024-10-18 10:59:00

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