Jarell Quansah reflects on Thomas Tuchel's trust and his battle with Trent Alexander-Arnold

Jarell Quansah has emerged as a key figure in the rejuvenated England setup under Thomas Tuchel. Despite a challenging period following a red card at the World Cup, the 23-year-old Bayer Leverkusen defender has received full backing from his manager. Having started three of England's first four Nations League matches, Quansah has often been preferred at right-back over his former Liverpool teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Quansah views the competition for defensive spots as a tactical benefit rather than a personal rivalry. He emphasizes their contrasting profiles, noting that he brings physicality to the flank, while Alexander-Arnold provides elite passing precision. "We're very different. Different games and different teams require different players," Quansah explained.

I feel like it’s probably my favourite position to play, to be honest. I love playing there, I've played there since I was probably 10 or 11 years old. Jarell Quansah

A recent tactical shift by Tuchel saw Quansah deployed in his natural central defensive role alongside Alexander-Arnold during a win over Czechia. For Quansah, this was a welcome return to his roots, having developed in that position since his youth career.

Beyond individual assignments, Quansah highlighted a shift in the squad's mentality. Tuchel has instilled a front-foot, aggressive approach designed to pressure top-tier opposition relentlessly. As England eyes a Nations League quarter-final spot, the focus remains on building momentum and securing silverware as a crucial step toward future major tournaments.