Tuchel explains United choices

Providing detailed analysis of his selection, ahead of home friendlies against Uruguay and Japan during the international break, the German admitted it is a final opportunity for players to attempt to book their tickets for the plane to the World Cup finals in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Maguire and Mainoo have been picked for the first time since Tuchel took the job, while Marcus Rashford, currently on loan at Barcelona, retains his place in the squad.

Luke Shaw was namechecked by the Three Lions boss as one of those unlucky not to make the cut.

"It's good to make the point I have nothing against Manchester United," said Tuchel. "It's just to acknowledge the achievement of…