The more steps he takes on his journey as England manager, the more Thomas Tuchel comes across obstacles that have stood in the way of those who came before.
How does he bring a group of weary end-of-season footballers to a World Cup start line in good physical shape? Who plays with Declan Rice at the base of England’s midfield? Who is the natural successor or alternative to Harry Kane? And what style of football can get England to where they need to go, namely the winners’ podium at a big tournament?