Thomas Tuchel reveals reason behind brutal Trent Alexander-Arnold England snub

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Thomas Tuchel has explained the decision to exclude Trent Alexander-Arnold from his 35-man England squad for two March friendlies against Uruguay and JapanTrent Alexander-Arnold has been left out of Tuchel's most recent squadThomas Tuchel has revealed that Trent Alexander-Arnold hasn't been included in the latest England squad due to a "sporting decision". However, Tuchel has chosen against including Alexander-Arnold in his 35-man England squad for March's international friendlies against Uruguay and Japan.

Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook page Explaining the decision to leave Alexander-Arnold out, Tuchel said he already has a clear idea about what he can bring to the camp and has therefore picked other players. I know that it's a tough decision for Trent, as it is for Ollie Watkins and Luke Shaw.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has missed out on a place in the England squad ( Image: Mark Cosgrove/Getty Images) "I know it's a tough one, I know it's a big name. He's a huge talent with a big career, but I feel I know what Trent can give us and decided to stick to the players that we have had in camp." A shock inclusion to the England camp, meanwhile, was Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Jason Steele, who has been handed a maiden call-up at the age of 35.