England are heading into the FIFA World Cup 2026 with more on their minds than football. A congested summer transfer window has cast a shadow over Thomas Tuchel's squad, with several players facing unresolved club situations that could follow them all the way through the tournament.
Tuchel's balancing act
Tuchel has acknowledged the challenge of keeping his players focused amid the inevitable noise of the transfer market. He knows the distraction is real — and unavoidable.
