Football news: England manager Gareth Southgate has spoken about Trent Alexander Arnold’s chances of making his squad ahead of the UEFA Nations League match against Germany.
After coming up through the Liverpool academy, Trent Alexander-Arnold established himself as one of the key players in Jurgen Klopp’s system. In just a few seasons, he won the English Premier League and the Champions League with the Reds.
His ability to produce perfect crosses to advance the ball and his passing range earned him high praise. On top of this, Trent is a very steady taker and has electric pace to support the offense.
Deservedly, Trent was selected for the English national team. However, the 23-year-old right-back has so far failed to secure his place in the English starting eleven.
In their last match against Italy, England manager Gareth Southgate once again decided to keep Trent Alexander-Arnold on the bench as they suffered a 1-0 loss and were relegated to the lower division of the League. of the Nations.
Southgate’s decision was heavily criticized by many pundits, including Gary Linekar. Finally, Southgate has spoken on this issue and insisted that his other options (Kyle Walker, Kieran Trippier and Reece James) are also very deserving of having his opportunities.
Speaking about playing Trent, Southgate said, “I don’t see any risks. You can have a style of play and a way of playing, and a balance in the team, that… at Liverpool they find a way of playing that brings out the best of their attributes and that is what we are all trying to do with each team. “
Southgate praised Trent for his great variety of passing, but also reminded everyone that both Trippier and Reece James are equally good on the ball.
He further explained how all of his players have played a vital role for England and its clubs in major competitions.
Southgate finally admitted that the right-back position is one of the most stagnant areas in the England team and that he has a very difficult decision to make.
However, according to the latest report, Southgate has once again decided to keep Trent out of the team. On this occasion, Trent has been left out of the English squad that will face Germany. Southgate with this makes it clear that Trent’s chances of being the starting right-back are slimmer by the day.
Ivan Toney makes the team
Brentford striker Ivan Toney was left out of the England squad in their last loss to Italy.
After the match, Southgate asked the striker to remain patient. He described Toney’s inclusion in camp as the right process to integrate him into the starting eleven. Southgate then gave an example and how he had to wait to make his debut.
However, now it looks like Toney’s wait is finally over. The striker has been called up in England’s squad to face Germany. This is also England’s last game before the World Cup. The Brentford striker is now hoping to make his debut for the national team.
