Trent Alexander-Arnold has been left out of England’s squad to face Germany on Monday, and one journalist believes Gareth Southgate’s latest comments prove he “does not believe” in the Liverpool right-back. The 23-year-old is one of five players to have been omitted from England’s final matchday squad before the World Cup. 66’s latest international snub, Southgate was asked about Alexander-Arnold’s capabilities in his latest press conference. Sadly, Southgate clearly does not believe in Alexander-Arnold #ENG #LFC — Henry Winter (@henrywinter) September 26, 2022The Times‘ Henry Winter believes Southgate’s latest comments, and his reluctance to dwell on the qualities Alexander-Arnold can bring to his side, show the England boss “does not believe” in the Liverpool defender. Despite his insistence that Alexander-Arnold is “a fantastic footballer,” Southgate’s decision to not include him in his side’s final match before the World Cup speaks volumes.

Source: The Times September 27, 2022 01:05 UTC