Thomas Tuchel has said that AFC Bournemouth are "overperforming constantly" as he spoke on Alex Scott's call-up to the England team.
The Three Lions coach named his side for the two upcoming World Cup Qualifiers against Serbia and Albania next week, including the Bournemouth midfielder for the first time.
The midfielder was part of Lee Carsley’s U21 Uefa Euro-winning team in the summer, where he played alongside Elliot Anderson.
Tuchel explained that the decision came after Bournemouth's impressive start to the season, describing the south coast club as "over-performing constantly".
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Bournemouth currently sit in fifth place, with a gap of only one point behind second-place Manchester City.
Tuchel told the press: "He had an excellent Euros. He won the title and Lee was full of praise. He did an excellent job in midfield together with Elliot Anderson who is now a regular starter for us.
"It was very impressive but then he took another step and becomes a very regular starter now for Bournemouth and they are in the top third of the league. They are over-performing constantly.
"He puts intensity in and he gets his minutes, so we thought this is maybe the perfect time to reward him and to get to know him and to see what he can bring to our team."
Thomas Tuchel has said that AFC Bournemouth are 'over-performing constantly'
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As well as the inclusion of the rising star, Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden have returned to the squad.
Speaking on their presence, Tuchel said: "Big names, big personalities and big, big talent."
"It’s excellent to see that both of them are in rhythm, both of them are in form, in shape.
"Both of them are contributing goals for important wins for their teams."
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He added: "It was a no-brainer to pick both of them. We will have central roles for both of them to bring out the very best.
"Happy to have them back, happy to see them smile and happy to have them fit – this is the foundation to be selected."
The Three Lions have also recalled Nick Pope for the first time since October 2024.
The Newcastle goalkeeper has been in excellent form in the Premier League this season, returning to the squad after recovering from a shoulder injury.
Thomas Tuchel named his side for the two upcoming World Cup Qualifiers against Serbia and Albania next week
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Tuchel said: "Nick plays a fantastic season for Newcastle.
"He’s in shape and he’s contributing, he plays Champions League football on a regular basis.
"This was the camp now for us to reward him for that, to acknowledge him and show him our respect and appreciation for what he does for Newcastle and have the chance to get to know him.
"We see him live, we see him on TV but we want to meet the person and see and feel what he can bring to the team."