Paul Merson says England manager Thomas Tuchel faces a potential midfield selection problem after Jude Bellingham plays a deeper role effectively in England’s 2-0 win over Panama. All reports attribute the comment to Merson, who points to Bellingham’s performance as a key factor in the change to how England could set up in the middle of the pitch. The coverage focuses on Bellingham being deployed further back than in more advanced roles, and on how that contributed to England’s control and output during the match. With Bellingham performing well in that position, Merson argues it may complicate the manager’s decisions about the balance and roles of other midfield options for future games. The reports do not claim any injury, tactical breakdown, or official change from Tuchel, but frame Merson’s view as a discussion of team selection and tactical structure following the Panama match. England’s 2-0 victory over Panama is presented as the match context for the remarks.