October 23rd 2024.
The football world was abuzz with excitement as Thomas Tuchel was appointed as the new manager of the England national team. With his impressive track record and experience, Tuchel was seen as the perfect candidate to lead the Three Lions to victory. However, amidst the celebrations and anticipation, there was one player who was left wondering about his future with the team - Arsenal defender Ben White.
White, who had four England caps to his name, had not featured for his country since leaving the Three Lions camp midway through the last World Cup in Qatar. This had caused some speculation about his relationship with the previous manager, Gareth Southgate. In fact, Southgate himself had confirmed that White had made himself unavailable for international selection, ruling him out of contention for the Euros last summer.
But now, with Tuchel at the helm, there were talks of a potential England recall for White. The German coach had not yet commented on the matter, but former England coach Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink believed that a conversation between Tuchel and White could lead to a recall for the talented defender.
Hasselbaink, who was part of Southgate's coaching set-up, shared his thoughts on the matter, saying, "When a new manager comes in, it always brings a chance for different players to come into the fold. I wouldn't be surprised if Tuchel talks to Ben White. He is a top English player and I'm sure he will be considered for a recall."
White, who had predominantly played as a centre-back for Brighton, had excelled at right-back for Arsenal, making over 100 appearances in the last three seasons. This had helped the Gunners establish themselves as regular Premier League title contenders, and his versatility and skill had caught the eye of many.
However, with Tuchel's presence, White's future with the England team seemed uncertain. But Hasselbaink, who had played for several Premier League clubs before becoming a coach, believed that Tuchel's appointment was a great opportunity for England. "Tuchel is a good name to replace Southgate. He has a good pedigree and has worked with big players and personalities. It's an exciting appointment for England," he said.
He also reassured fans that Tuchel's nationality would not affect his commitment to the team. "It doesn't matter that Tuchel isn't English. When we beat the Netherlands at Euro 2024, there was no sentimental feeling for me as an England coach. It was just one of those things. He has said that he loves living in England and he speaks perfect English. It won't be like having Fabio Capello in charge because he also knows the majority of the players," Hasselbaink explained.
As Arsenal fans eagerly awaited updates on White's future, it was clear that Tuchel's appointment had brought a new sense of hope and excitement to the England team. With his impressive credentials and experience, Tuchel was poised to take the Three Lions to new heights and bring glory to the country. Only time would tell if Ben White would be a part of this journey.
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