Trent Alexander-Arnold is facing an uncertain future with England’s World Cup squad after being left out of the latest team announced by coach Thomas Tuchel.

The Real Madrid right-back was not included in the 35-member squad ঘোষিত on Friday. Instead, Tuchel selected Tino Livramento of Newcastle United, Djed Spence from Tottenham Hotspur, and Jarell Quansah of Bayer Leverkusen as his preferred options in that position.

Tuchel admitted the decision was difficult, describing Alexander-Arnold as a top player with great talent and experience. However, he said he chose to stick with players who have recently been part of the squad.

The coach explained that he wanted to rely on those who helped England qualify for the World Cup and performed well during recent training camps late last year.

Tuchel also acknowledged Alexander-Arnold’s quality, saying he is well aware of his strengths from facing him multiple times in club football, where he often proved challenging to stop.

For this final training camp before naming the World Cup squad, Tuchel has selected a larger group of players. Some footballers with heavy match schedules will join the team later, after England’s match against Uruguay on March 27.

A number of players are also expected to be released before another friendly against Japan on March 31 at Wembley Stadium.

Meanwhile, Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United have been recalled to the squad. Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has scored 10 league goals for Leeds United this season, also returns.

First-time call-ups have been handed to James Garner of Everton and Jason Steele of Brighton & Hove Albion.

The upcoming FIFA World Cup, to be held in the United States, Mexico and Canada, is scheduled to begin in June.