Everton pulled off a stunning result at Old Trafford, picking up three crucial points in a performance that turned heads across the league.
Thomas Tuchel was seen watching from the stands as Everton, down to ten men, managed to pull off a surprise win over Manchester United.
Despite strong form at club level, several Everton players have been overlooked by Tuchel in recent squads, with only Jordan Pickford making the cut so far.
However, David Moyes has backed James Garner and Jack Grealish for England selection after both put in impressive shifts for Everton in their win.
Garner’s performances, in particular, are becoming harder to overlook.
Following Everton’s heroic victory at Old Trafford, the England manager was seen in the tunnel engaging with some of their players.
Thomas Tuchel seen chatting with Everton’s James Garner
With the World Cup just a few months away, Garner has made it clear to Tuchel that he wants to be part of the England set-up.
It is a long shot for the 24-year-old, who has not yet played for the senior national team.
Still, Tuchel was seen having a quiet chat with Garner after Monday night’s game.
The two appeared to be in good spirits and shared a handshake before heading off.
Tuchel was also seen chatting with Grealish, even putting an arm around the winger during their conversation.
The most recent England squad saw Grealish left out in favour of Anthony Gordon, who was not fully fit at the time of selection.
With World Cup qualifiers now complete and only friendlies ahead, Tuchel may be reconsidering his choices based on what he has recently seen from both players.
James Garner’s role growing in the Everton midfield
Gary Neville praised Garner’s performance at Old Trafford, where he was back in his preferred midfield position.
And with Idrissa Gueye set for an extended absence, Everton are likely to rely on him even more.
With the Senegalese ace off to the Africa Cup of Nations and Merlin Rohl out following hernia surgery, the midfield responsibilities have shifted firmly onto Garner.
His consistency and durability could play a big role in determining how Everton manage a tough run of fixtures heading into the new year.
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