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Gareth Southgate has revealed he holds regular talks with after recalling him to the England squad for next months Euro 2024 qualifiers. The 24-year-old has played a significant part in Liverpool’s success in recent years and has been in scintillating form since his positional shift last month, but regular football for his country has always deserted him.

Speaking after naming the right-back alongside captain in the Southgate admitted he has spoken with Alexander-Arnold about his role within the set-up. “Contrary to what might be the mood music – I have a really good relationship with him and we talk a lot about his game, football,” the England boss explained.



After confessing that he is conscious of the noise around such decisions, the England manager described Alexander-Arnold as a “bloody good footballer” and hinted that he could be deployed in his new role for the national team. “England won’t have been as fulfilling because he has unbelievable experiences with Liverpool and we haven’t been able to give him the same,” Southgate continued.



Not all Liverpool supporters concern themselves greatly with the fortunes of England, but decisions to overlook Alexander-Arnold have often perplexed many.