Jordan Pickford will be under pressure to retain his place as England’s first-choice goalkeeper ahead of World Cup 2026.
Pickford started in last week’s shock loss against Greece, where he delivered a below-par performance before losing his place for the win against Finland.
Interim head coach Lee Carsley insisted it was always his plan to give Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson a game in the previous international break and that Pickford’s omission against Finland should not be viewed as a demotion.
However, it is understood that Pickford will face a fight to retain his place as England’s No 1 upon Tuchel’s arrival.
Jordan Pickford's status as undisputed England No 1 will be under pressure ahead of the 2026 World Cup
The lack of an obvious replacement for Pickford could work in the 30-year-old’s favour, while his vast tournament experience will also aid his cause.
Henderson, Nick Pope and Aaron Ramsdale are among the players who could emerge as contenders for Pickford’s spot.
Burnley keeper James Trafford is rated highly by coaching staff at England headquarters, but the fact he is playing Championship football is expected to preclude his selection this season.
Meanwhile, Tuchel is looking to finalise his staff with Chelsea goalkeeper coach Hilario, with whom he worked with at Stamford Bridge, understood to be among his targets.
The FA are yet to make an official approach to Chelsea for Hilario, but the Portuguese is believed to be on Tuchel’s radar.