David Beckham reacts to Trent Alexander-Arnold omission from England squad

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Image Credits: Imago Images Trent Alexander-Arnold’s absence from England’s latest squad for the friendlies against Uruguay and Japan has sparked fresh debate across the football world. His omission from Thomas Tuchel’s 35-man selection has raised eyebrows, particularly given the depth of talent now available for England in that position.

Alexander-Arnold’s exclusion comes amid a highly competitive situation at right-back. What used to feel like an automatic spot for Trent is now far from guaranteed.

He said, “That’s why I’m not England manager, because I don’t have to make those decisions.” “But, I’m a massive fan of Trent.” “I’ve heard so many times about, ‘Well, he’s not as good at defending as he is [attacking]’.” “Well, sometimes you have to accept that.” “Roberto Carlos was an unbelievable defender, but also unbelievable going forward.” Beckham added, “With Trent, would I take him?” “I’d find it very hard not to take someone like Trent.” “But then Thomas, he’s come out and said, I think I read it this morning, that there are other players that are ahead of him at the moment.” “But he said ‘at the moment’, so that could change.” “I think you said, tonight [Friday] might prove that other players are playing that might not get in the squad, so you don’t know.” “This is very close to picking a final squad, but I still think that Thomas is probably still considering about Trent as well.” Beckham’s comments underline that while the omission stings, the door is not fully closed. David Beckham Trent Alexander-Arnold