Rio Ngumoha handed England boost by Thomas Tuchel after World Cup exit

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As England looks to build for the next tournament under Thomas Tuchel, Liverpool ace Rio Ngumoha looks set to play an important role in the squad moving forward.Rio Ngumoha is set to be an important part of England's setup moving forward(Image: (Photo by Eddie Keogh - The FA/The FA via Getty Images))Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha is set to be an important part of Thomas Tuchel's plans moving forward, as reports claim that the winger will be part of a new era in the England national team.It comes after a breakout campaign for the 17-year-old, who moved from potential prospect to becoming a regular in the first team under Arne Slot.Ngumoha's ability to drive on the ball, sending opposition defenders onto the back foot, was one of the highlights for Liverpool in what turned out to be a difficult campaign overall.The former Chelsea academy star showed he could compete at the top level physically and technically, as supporters called on him to be used more while the head coach protected him from playing too much, too soon.There's no denying his ability, however, which was recognized by England's national team and Tuchel when called upon for a few pre-World Cup friendly matches to make up the numbers in the roster.Ngumoha did more than just that, shining on the left and the right flank, leading some to believe the Liverpool ace should've been handed an opportunity in the final squad, as he was ultimately left out.However, there is a plan to use him more going forward, as The Telegraph reports that the teenage sensation is set to be in the frame for the next squad Tuchel calls up.Rio Ngumoha was part of England's squad ahead of the World Cup but wasn't selected for the tournament(Image: Getty Images)That next international matchup comes in September, when the Three Lions take on World Cup finalists Spain in the UEFA Nations League, off the back of the recent exit at the semi-final stage before a meeting with Czechia and Croatia in an extended international break.The report claims that Ngumoha was given encouragement that he would be back involved with the England team in the near future, coming as a positive sign for months and years to come.Tuchel will be keeping a close eye on the star, who has two years to stake his claim in the team ahead of the European Championships taking place in the United Kingdom in 2028.The England manager may be watching Ngumoha in person when Liverpool kickstarts the Premier League campaign next month with hopes of an improved performance under Andoni Iraola.Five league matches come before the international break, with huge ties against the likes of Newcastle, Fulham, Nottingham Forest, Ipswich, and Bournemouth.Should Ngumoha impress in those, then he could be in line to feature. The youngster made five Premier League starts last season, where he scored two goals and assisted once.Under Iraola, there is a chance to push on and get even more starts, competing with the likes of Cody Gakpo and Victor Munoz for minutes on the left flank, while he could also feature elsewhere in the attacking lineup.