“I’m good enough”: Branthwaite sets sights on England place under Tuchel | OneFootball

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Jarrad Branthwaite is keen to make up for lost time and show Thomas Tuchel that he is 'good enough' to be in the England side.

Branthwaite has been included in the England squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League games against Spain, Czechia and Croatia.

The 24-year-old could make his first international appearance in almost two-and-a-half years, having won his only England cap during a substitute appearance against Bosnia Herzegovina in June 2024.

Branthwaite has been selected by for the first time this month, following an impressive start to the new season. The defender made only seven Premier League starts during an injury-hit 2025/26 campaign, but has spent the summer working on his fitness in a bid to solve repetitive hamstring issues.

Speaking on his return to the England set-up after a long absence, Branthwaite said he is focused on showing Tuchel that he can compete with the likes of Marc Guehi and Ezri Konsa for a place in the side.

“Being out for such a long time with injury didn’t help, missing three or four of the camps and missing a lot of football,” he said, as per the Independent.

“My aim is to stay injury free and play as many games as I can and keep giving myself the best possible chance to be in the squad.

“I’ve not spoken to him (Tuchel) recently. When we get there we’ll have a chat, I can’t wait to join up with the squad and enjoy te couple of weeks.

“It is a proud moment. The last season or so, it has been a target of mine when I’ve been out and not on the pitch to get back playing and give myself the best possible chance of being in and around the England squad after missing a length of time out.

“The season has started well individually and as a team and I think that has definitely helped.

“I believe I am good enough to be in the England squad so hopefully I can show that.”