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The German told the Manchester United forward that he wants him in his Three Lions squad — as long as he keeps his form up.
Tuchel, who starts work in January, made contact with Rashford’s camp and confirmed he is a huge admirer of the striker.
A source revealed: “Tuchel contacted Marcus and his representatives and told them he saw Marcus as an essential part of the England squad.
“He said he believed a big part of England’s failure to win Euro 2024 was not having Marcus as an option.
“Other teams fear his abilities and Tuchel said he believed without Rashford, England didn’t offer a strong attacking threat on the left and that made them easier to play against as a lot of the ball came down the right.
“Tuchel is a huge admirer of Marcus. It’s a great boost for him and another encouragement to try and get back to his best.”
Rashford, 27, was left out of Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2024 squad after scoring just eight times last season.
But the striker has already bagged four goals and three assists in a struggling United team this term.
And he is doing extra one-to-one training in an effort to regain his form and fitness. — Sun.
Mathew Masinge
Online Reporter