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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Simon Peach

England boss reveals ‘clear the air’ talks paved the way for Ivan Toney’s return

England’s Ivan Toney is back in favour (Mike Egerton/PA) - (PA Archive)

Thomas Tuchel revealed he was unhappy with Ivan Toney last summer and held “clear the air” talks with the striker before including him in England’s “special operations team” at the World Cup.

On a day when the absence of Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold dominated talk around Tuchel’s tournament selection, the 30-year-old striker was easily the most eye-catching inclusion.

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