Stones' Injury Sparks Defensive Crisis! Does Tuchel Rush to Recall Maguire?

Stones was forced off at the 62nd minute with a thigh injury during Inter Milan's match against Udinese, with Pavard replacing him. He joined on a free transfer this summer but has only made 4 appearances (3 as a substitute), and his frequent injury history sees him sidelined for long periods this season due to hamstring and calf problems. Stones has represented England in 5 World Cup matches, including the 1-2 semifinal defeat to Argentina, and has earned 94 caps since 2014. He spent 10 years at Manchester City, winning 6 Premier League titles, 3 FA Cups, 5 League Cups, and the Champions League. Tuchel will need to adjust the defensive line-up for the September-October Nations League fixtures against Spain, the Czech Republic, and Croatia. The current squad features Guehi, Konsa, Colwill, Wansah, and Chalobah. Although Maguire was left out of the World Cup squad, his big-tournament experience could prompt his recall.