"There is no problem with him, there is no problem with the character,"
"Jude just has the edge, it is a very good thing because you need a certain edge to reach the heights that he reached and I think we all need to help him and encourage him and create an environment, which he can live this edge towards the opponents and towards the goals we are building as a team."
"There was a decision to be made. [Jude] accepted the decision, and he did what he does best. He competed on the highest level, and he showed that he deserves and has to be in the squad."
Tuchel stressed he has no issues with Bellingham and dismissed concerns about his character. Bellingham missed the September international break through injury but returned to fitness by October. Tuchel controversially omitted the 22-year-old from the squad as England beat Wales in a friendly and defeated Latvia to secure 2026 World Cup qualification. Bellingham then showed strong form for Real Madrid. Tuchel recalled him for upcoming games against Serbia and Albania. Tuchel said Bellingham accepted the omission, competed at the highest level, and proved he deserved a place in the squad.
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