Gareth Southgate has officially announced his provisional 33-man England Euro 2024 squad for the upcoming tournament in Germany, with some big names missing out.
Today is the day. Following the conclusion of the Premier League and months of anticipation, Gareth Southgate has finally selected 33 English players who could embark to Germany for Euro 2024.
It’s safe to say they are some huge talking points. Southgate has been brutal with a few England regulars and embraced young talent who have thrived in England’s top flight this season.
So, without further ado, here is your provisional 33-man England Euro 2024 squad…
England Euro 2024 Provisional 33-man Squad
Goalkeepers: Dean Henderson (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal), James Trafford (Burnley).
Defenders: Jarrad Branthwaite (Everton), Lewis Dunk (Brighton), Joe Gomez (Liverpool), Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Harry Maguire (Man Utd), Jarell Quansah (Liverpool), Luke Shaw (Man Utd), John Stones (Man City), Kieran Trippier (Newcastle), Kyle Walker (Man City).
Midfielders: Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Curtis Jones (Liverpool), Kobbie Mainoo (Man Utd), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace).
Forwards: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Jarrod Bowen (West Ham), Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace), Phil Foden (Man City), Jack Grealish (Man City), Anthony Gordon (Newcastle), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), James Maddison (Tottenham), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Ivan Toney (Brentford), Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa).
England Euro 2024 Squad: Big talking points…
There are a few shocks here, that have stunned England fans. Most notably, England veteran and former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has been shunned from the squad after a terrible season with Ajax.
Marcus Rashford also has no place. This was arguably the biggest debate, and it appears Southgate has placed his trust in him or Newcastle‘s Anthony Gordon. He went with the latter.
There is also no room for Ben Chilwell. The Chelsea star, despite featuring in the last Three Lions friendlies, has been exiled from the group.
As far as inclusions go, there are also a few surprises. Despite being injured for half the season, Manchester United’s Luke Shaw has been picked as a left-back option. Similarly, Kobbie Mainoo is picked despite featuring just twice for the Three Lions amid a breakout season at Old Trafford.
Ivan Toney also has a place, despite being out for eight months after a suspension for breaking Football Association gambling rules.
Curtis Jones, Jarrad Branthwaite and uncapped Jarrel Quansah also book a spot. Bold moves from Gareth. But the biggest eye-rubber of all, Adam Wharton – but it’s probably deserved. The Crystal Palace man has been fantastic.
Nevertheless, what a squad. But Southgate now needs to dwindle this down to 28 – as all can not book a place on the plane. Roll on Germany, the Three Lions are coming – and they’re bringing a side of world beaters with them.