Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford was once again left out of the latest England squad, but he has been in contact with incoming head coach Thomas Tuchel

Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Newcastle left-back Lewis Hall were called up to the England squad for the first time on as interim coach Lee Carsley made his final selection before Thomas Tuchel takes charge.

Marcus Rashford is set to receive an England lifeline after Thomas Tuchel told the Manchester United star he was an ‘essential part’ of his plans. Once a mainstay in the Three Lions set up, Rashford’s status on the international stage has plummeted over the past 18 months after a massive drop in form for his club.

Premier League clubs believe the Football Association left the door open for the mass England player withdrawal by agreeing to delay Thomas Tuchel’s start date until January 1.

Thomas Tuchel has been blamed by Premier League clubs for injury withdrawals from the England squad after delaying the start of his new job.

England interim head coach Lee Carsley's plans for Thursday's Nations League clash against Greece and Sunday's final group game versus Ireland have been decimated as a result of eight pull-outs.

Charlie Wyett from The Sun and The Mirrors John Cross claim The FAs decision to allow new manager Thomas Tuchel to start in January is to blame for the shambles surrounding the number of withdrawals from the England squad.