Arsenal defender Ben White is reportedly considering a shock return to the England squad following the departure of Gareth Southgate.
The 26-year-old ruled himself out of international duty in March ahead of the Three Lions’ friendlies against Brazil and Belgium.
The former Brighton defender’s decision to retire from international duty has been in the works for nearly two years, but it has been report that it stemmed from a nagging remark from Southgate’s assistant Steve Holland.
Southgate insists the door is always open for the right-back. Who has not played for his country since leaving the World Cup camp in Qatar in 2022 due to personal reasons.
The UFABET reports that White is considering a return to the England squad following the departures of Southgate and Holland.
In March, it was reveal that the rift between the pair stemmed from Holland questioning White’s interest in football while England were in Qatar in November 2022.
Southgate’s assistant reportedly questioned Kyle Walker about Man City’s performances last season before asking White the same question about Arsenal.
The 26-year-old claimed he did not know the answer สมัคร ufabet. Leading Holland to suggest it was due to a lack of interest in football.
It is said that the conversation took place in front of other team members as well.