Morgan Rogers slams 'nonsense' claims over Cole Palmer's England commitment

Morgan Rogers has come to the defense of his Chelsea teammate Cole Palmer, dismissing suggestions that the attacker lacks commitment to the England national team. The comments follow Palmer's absence from the latest squad selected by Thomas Tuchel for the upcoming Nations League fixtures.

England recently secured a victory over Croatia at Wembley, a match in which Rogers found the back of the net. However, as the Three Lions prepare for a decisive group clash against Spain this Sunday, Palmer remains on the sidelines after being left out of the selection entirely.

Speculation regarding Palmer’s dedication intensified after he missed previous international windows despite playing regularly for his club. Thomas Tuchel added fuel to the fire by suggesting that the 24-year-old has failed to capitalize on chances to secure his place in the setup.

Defending a teammate

Rogers, however, insists that Palmer is desperate to represent his country. He explained that the playmaker’s recent absences were related to managing his physical condition following a difficult period with injuries last year.

"It's a nonsense really that people are questioning someone that wants to play for England. It's a lie."

Morgan Rogers

Tuchel has maintained that the omission is not a personal matter. The German coach noted that he is currently satisfied with the options available in the attacking midfield roles and is showing loyalty to the group that performed well in the previous camp.

"He misses too many opportunities to impress."

Thomas Tuchel

The England manager concluded that while Palmer is not involved in the current camp, he remains in consideration for future selections as competition for places remains high.