Trent Alexander-Arnold and Jordan Henderson Called Up to England Squad

Liverpool duo Trent Alexander-Arnold and Jordan Henderson have been called up to the England squad for their upcoming Euro 2024 qualifier against Ukraine and friendly against Scotland. The Three Lions will be looking to mark 150 years since their first meeting with the Scots in style.

Alexander-Arnold Could Start in Midfield Again

Alexander-Arnold has been included in Gareth Southgate’s squad for the fixtures on September 9 and 12, and could start again in midfield. Southgate deployed Alexander-Arnold as his deep-lying midfielder in meetings with Malta and North Macedonia in the summer, and was rewarded with a goal and an assist.

Henderson Included Despite Move to Saudi Arabia

Also included for the Three Lions is Henderson, whose controversial move to Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq led to suggestions he should be overlooked. But with Southgate insistent that a major step down in competition would not rule players out of his plans, the former Liverpool captain has received a call-up.

Henderson has so far made three appearances for Steven Gerrard’s side, wearing the armband with a record of one win, one draw and one defeat.

Maguire’s Inclusion Undoes Meritocracy Claim

Any claim of a meritocracy in Southgate’s selection process is undone, again, by the inclusion of Man United defender Harry Maguire. England under-21s are likely to call up both Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliott on Friday, for their U21 Euro qualifier against Luxembourg.

The likes of Jarell Quansah, Harvey Davies, Luke Chambers and Bobby Clark will be in contention for the younger age groups, whose squads are also confirmed on September 1.

England Squad vs. Ukraine and Scotland