Even though heās proven to be one of the best players in his position, it seems like Gareth Southgate isnāt exactly fond ofLiverpoolās Trent Alexander-Arnold. Apparently, he may not even be a part of the England national team for the Euro 2020.
Alexander-Arnold has been one of the biggest up-and-coming stars in the world since his breakout campaign in 2016/17, becoming one of the most prolific passers and assist-men in the English Premier League.
Nonetheless, it seems like Southgate has been far from impressed with his defensive commitment under Jurgen Kloppās system. Therefore, The Athletic and 90min reported that heās not likely to receive the call to play for the Three lions in Europeās top-notch soccer competition.
Gareth Southgate To Snub Trent Alexander-Arnold From England Squad
āOne of the Premier Leagueās best right-backs since his 2016/17 breakthrough, Alexander-Arnold has never really managed to convince Southgate, who has always had (justifiable) concerns over the 22-year-oldās defensive ability,ā stated the report.
āItās for that reason that The Athletic believe Southgate is likely to axe Alexander-Arnold. Manchester Cityās Kyle Walker and Atletico Madridās Kieran Trippier are his two preferred candidates, and Chelsea youngster Reece James is currently favourite to take the third spot,ā 90min concluded.
The report also states that itās not like Southgate has completely shut the door on Alexander-Arnold. Then again, it seems unlikely that heās going to change his mind and give him a call atthis point in the season.
Southgate has been known ā and often infamous ā for shaking up his squads and featuring plenty of full-backs in different positions, so there could be room for the Liverpool stalwart as a winger.
Nevertheless, considering the plethora of options the young boss could consider for the attacking front, it all points like weāre not going to see one of the best young players on earth in the continental competition.
