Mason Mount and Tuchel Reunite – But No England Promises
Mason Mount, the Manchester United midfielder, has shared details of a recent chat with his former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel. While the talk brought back memories of glory days, it came with a clear message—there are no guarantees for an England return.
Tuchel, now the England manager, reached out to several players after taking over from Gareth Southgate. Mount was one of them. But despite their past success, Tuchel made it clear: past bonds won’t secure future caps.
Mount and Tuchel: A Shared Past
Mount and Tuchel worked closely during Chelsea’s most successful recent spell. Their top moment came in 2021 when Mount set up Kai Havertz for the winning goal in the Champions League final against Manchester City. That pass sealed Chelsea’s second European crown and gave Tuchel the biggest trophy of his career.
Since then, Tuchel has added 11 trophies to his name, including a shortened version of FIFA’s Club World Cup. His new task? Guide England to World Cup glory.
Tuchel’s Call: A Catch-Up, Not a Commitment
Tuchel has begun his England journey by reconnecting with players, old and new.
“He called me, said he’s calling a lot of players, maybe 40 or 50,” Mount revealed. “It was good to see his face, good to catch up. He had loads of energy, like I remember. He’s excited and was ready for the new role.”
But that excitement didn’t mean an open door for Mount. Tuchel was honest—there are no guarantees.
Mount’s Journey Since Joining United
Mount moved to Manchester United in 2023 for £55 million. But since then, the 26-year-old has battled injury setbacks and form issues. His last England cap came in December 2022, during the World Cup quarter-final loss to France.
He was called up again in March 2023 but had to withdraw due to fitness problems.
“Playing for England is a huge honour,” Mount said. “Every time you wear that shirt, it means everything. I want that feeling again.”
Competition is Fierce in the England Squad
Mount understands how tough it is to break into the current England squad. With so much young talent and form players pushing through, even a Champions League winner has to fight for his place.
“He said to me, ‘There’s no guarantees, even though you played for me,’” Mount explained. “But that just makes you want it more. You push harder.”
Final Thoughts: No Shortcuts to England Return
Mason Mount’s honesty about his England hopes is refreshing. There’s no bitterness, just drive. He knows the road ahead is steep, but he’s willing to climb.
His talk with Tuchel wasn’t a promise—it was a push. And maybe, that’s what he needs most right now
Can Tuchel Bring the Best Out of England?
Tuchel’s appointment has sparked interest. Known for his tactical sharpness and player-first approach, he has the potential to bring out the best in the Three Lions. But he’ll need more than familiar faces to win a World Cup.
He’s looking for form, fitness, and fight. And if Mount shows all three, a recall could follow.