Trent Alexander-Arnold denied World Cup lifeline as his whereabouts unknown

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesTrent Alexander-ArnoldTrent Alexander-Arnold was left out of the England squad for the World Cup, with Tino Livramento later withdrawing from the team due to injury, but Trevoh Chalobah has been called up insteadTrent Alexander-Arnold's World Cup dream is over(Image: Getty Images)England manager Thomas Tuchel has once again overlooked former Liverpool vice captain Trent Alexander-Arnold, citing logistical challenges in getting him to the United States and concerns about his compatibility with the current squad.The Real Madrid defender seemed poised for a last-minute World Cup call-up on Tuesday following Newcastle star Tino Livramento's withdrawal through injury. However, it has now been confirmed that Chelsea player Trevoh Chalobah will join the squad in his place.A statement from the Football Association (FA) confirmed: "Trevoh Chalobah has been called into England's 26-player squad at FIFA World Cup 2026 after injury sadly forced the withdrawal of Tino Livramento."Arrangements are now being made for the Chelsea defender to make the journey to the team's basecamp in Kansas City, while the rest of the squad will head to Dallas, Texas for the Three Lions' opening group fixture against Croatia on Wednesday."FIFA regulations allow participating teams to replace an outfield player up to 24 hours before their opening fixture."Newcastle United defender Livramento picked up a calf injury in training on Sunday afternoon.Tino Livramento has been ruled out of the World Cup(Image: Getty Images)"A subsequent scan and medical assessment on Monday unfortunately confirmed he could play no further part in England's tournament."The reasoning behind Tuchel's decision not to select Alexander-Arnold as cover has now emerged.Sky Sports reports that FA officials are uncertain of the defender's current whereabouts, raising doubts about whether he could reach the USA in time.Meanwhile, Tuchel has taken a firm approach, refusing to select high-profile players for the World Cup unless they're assured regular playing time — a category Alexander-Arnold falls into.The call means the former Liverpool defender remains stuck on 34 caps, with only one appearance under Tuchel.When addressing the player's omission earlier this year, the German manager explained: "I know very well what Trent can offer us."I played many times against him and suffered when he played against my teams with Liverpool.

So I know very well about his strength and what he can give."But at the moment it is like we have evidence how good we were in September, October, November, and the players who are in camp for right full-back, they have to push for their ticket, they have to compete, they have to show again that they deserve this."Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Trent Alexander-ArnoldLiverpool FCChelsea FCReal Madrid CFNewcastle United FCEngland Football TeamFIFA World Cup