Tuchel's Honest Assessment: Grealish Needs More Playing Time

Tuchel's Assessment of Grealish: Playing Time Crucial for England Chances England manager Thomas Tuchel recently commented on Manchester City midfielder Jack Grealish, praising his talent and personality but stressing the need for consistent playing time to secure a spot on the national team. Tuchel stated, "I love Jack. I love his personality and, of course, his talent. He is a very unique player who can handle big pressure on the field. He's never shy of pressure. But he is a player that needs minutes, minutes, and minutes, and he simply does not get them since a very, very long time." This assessment comes as Manchester City are reportedly considering not taking Grealish to the Club World Cup. Tuchel's comments highlight the potential consequences of limited playing time for Grealish's international career. He added, "I have maybe the same information that you, that City is even thinking not to take him to the Club World Cup. So he needs to make himself available by playing." The manager's perspective underscores the importance of regular game time for a player's development and overall performance. Grealish's future with both club and country appears to hinge on increased playing opportunities. Tuchel's candid remarks provide a significant insight into the strategic considerations surrounding player selection and development at the highest level of football.