Ivan Toney has been included in England’s squad for the start of Euro 2024 qualifying, but there are no spots for Ben White or Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Brentford striker Toney returns to the Three Lions’ ranks after being overlooked for World Cup duty, with the Bees frontman up to 16 Premier League goals for the season. While Gareth Southgate is prepared to give the 27-year-old frontman another go and ignore the headlines he has been making off the field this season, there is no place in a first selection since Qatar 2022 for Arsenal defender White – who was sent home early from the Middle East.
Southgate has said of picking Toney, who faces punishment for breaking betting rules: “There hasn’t been a trial yet or any judgement so I don’t know on what basis we wouldn’t pick him really. Ivan has been consistent throughout the season. He is playing really well. I like his presence in games. I saw his game against Arsenal where he was outstanding and he deserves his opportunity.”
