Tuchel has recalled White for the first time since he left the squad almost four years ago.
White last played for his country in March 2022 and was called up for the Qatar World Cup later that year, but left the camp for "personal reasons" after a disagreement with then-assistant manager Steve Holland.
"I think everyone deserves a second chance," said current boss Tuchel, when asked why White was considered for selection again.
"I don't know exactly what happened. I was not 100% interested in that as I wanted to open a new page.
"Once I asked Ben if he would be ready to play for me and for England he straight away, and without hesitation, said he would love that and he was desperate to come back.
"I think it's necessary he clears the air with team-mates and I think he will when players come back, who were in the World Cup with him."
Tuchel says White did not hesitate when offered a recall.
"When the chance opened up for him with the injury to Jarrell Quansah very late, the reaction came within seconds, and was very euphoric, and very positive and he was emotional about it, which shows me that he really means it," he added.
"The way he behaves and has trained in camp has been very good and shows his quality."