In a massive shake-up for the Three Lions, Arsenal’s versatile defender Ben White has officially returned to the England national team after a three-year hiatus.
The 27-year-old Arsenal defender has not featured for his country since a friendly against Ivory Coast in early 2022.
His long absence, which began when he left the 2022 FIFA World Cup camp for personal reasons, became a major talking point during the previous coaching era.
However, new manager Thomas Tuchel has signaled a fresh start by including White in his massive 35-man squad for the upcoming high-profile fixtures at Wembley Stadium.
White’s inclusion comes at a crucial time as Liverpool’s Jarell Quansah was forced to withdraw due to a thigh injury.
While White has seen limited action in the Premier League this season with only seven appearances, his form in the UEFA Champions League has been stellar, helping Arsenal reach the quarter-finals.
Fans are eager to see how the tactical German coach utilizes White’s defensive skills against world-class opposition like the Uruguay national football team and the Japan national football team later this March.
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