HERR TO STAY

THOMAS TUCHEL is open to staying on as England manager after the World Cup next summer.

- by NEIL MCLEMAN

And the German claimed Three Lions fans will understand if his team does not triumph next summer, "If we go out with pride".

Tuchel started an 18-month contract in January with the clear aim of winning England's first major men's trophy since 1966.

He yesterday recalled Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden for the qualifiers against Serbia and Albania, with England having already secured their place at the World Cup in North America.

After winning all six Group K games so far, the former Chelsea boss said: "Yes, I'm happy in the job. It's a lot of fun."