Harry Kane is ‘desperate’ to start all England games, says Tuchel
England manager Thomas Tuchel wants to start captain Harry Kane in all four upcoming UEFA Nations League games to build team chemistry, despite potential concerns from club managers about player workload. If Kane plays all four, he will break Peter Shilton's record for most England caps. Tuchel is balancing his desire for a consistent lineup with the need to manage player fatigue.
Why it matters
This decision impacts England's performance in the Nations League, Kane's personal record, and the relationship between national team and club management regarding player welfare and availability for future club fixtures.
Former Bayern Munich and current England manager Thomas Tuchel has made his stance clear regarding squad rotation during a demanding UEFA Nations League window, saying that captain Harry Kane is "desperate to start all four games."
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