Gareth Southgate’s determination to omit James Ward-Prowse from the England squad for the Euro 2024 qualifier with Ukraine and the pleasant towards Scotland has drawn criticism from Paul Merson.
Southgate chosen the likes of Jordan Henderson who’s enjoying the Saudi Professional League and Kalvin Phillips over the West Ham midfielder who has been distinctive for the Hammers.
Ward-Prowse joined West Ham from Southampton in a deal value £30 million this summer season window and has made an prompt impression, scoring 1 and aiding 3 in 3 appearances. He has change into a key participant within the West Ham group and is concerned in virtually each assault.
Which is why Merson has referred to as the England supervisor’s determination to miss him as a ‘ridiculous’ one.
He wrote in his newest column for Sky Sports activities:
“When the squad got here out, Trent Alexander-Arnold was one of many midfielders. Should you’re James Ward-Prowse, you’re pondering: ‘I’m by no means enjoying for England.’
You’ve acquired somebody [Jordan Henderson] who’s enjoying within the Saudi league in entrance of 6,000 folks each week and then you definately’ve acquired Ward-Prowse, who’s enjoying very effectively for West Ham.
He’s been one of many recreation changers however he doesn’t get a glance in. It’s ridiculous.
Alexander-Arnold is a defender. He performed one recreation in midfield for England towards Malta. I imply… Malta. I count on an expert footballer within the Premier League to have the ability to do effectively in midfield towards Malta.
And what about Kalvin Phillips? He doesn’t play soccer.”
Southgate’s choice has definitely raised eyebrows, and Merson’s critique displays the controversy surrounding the supervisor’s decisions for the England squad.
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