FA chief executive Mark Bullingham says Thomas Tuchel has a long list of 55 players under consideration and praised the new England coach's "brilliant impact."

England manager Thomas Tuchel has spoken to more than 50 players as he prepares to name his first squad next week. Tuchel officially started his role in charge of the England men’s team at the beginning of January and has spent his first three months travelling to matches and building a rapport with those who will be considered for selection.

England manager Thomas Tuchel is considering up to 55 players as he prepares to name his first squad next week, with FA chief executive Mark Bullingham impressed with how the German has started by “hitting the ground running” ahead of his first games in charge.