England Football Team News: Thomas Tuchel Holds Talks with Ben White for Potential Return

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England head coach Thomas Tuchel has held talks with Arsenal defender Ben White regarding a potential return to the national team. White, who has not played for England since March 2022, had previously made himself unavailable for selection after leaving the 2022 World Cup camp in Qatar for personal reasons. The 27-year-old has played four times for the Three Lions and could make a comeback under Tuchel's management. Tuchel, who started his role officially on 1 January, had expressed his intention to "reach out" to White during the World Cup draw in December.

Tuchel has been watching numerous games, including Newcastle United's match against Tottenham, where he was impressed by the team's performance. Newcastle players, such as Tino Livramento, Lewis Hall, and Anthony Gordon, are awaiting their fate for the upcoming international break, which will take place towards the end of March. The Premier League will be put on pause, and players will have the chance to join their national teams. Livramento, in particular, might face extra competition for his spot in the England squad, as Tuchel has held talks with Ben White, who could potentially return to the team.

The England squad is stacked with talent at right-back, with players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, Kyle Walker, Reece James, and Kieran Trippier competing for a spot. However, Tuchel might be planning for England's future, and Livramento, at just 22 years old, could become a regular player for the next decade. Tuchel is set to reveal his squad in around two weeks, and Newcastle players will be aware of their inclusion before heading to Wembley for the 2025 Carabao Cup final against Liverpool. Football fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement, as it could have a significant impact on the team's performance in the upcoming international matches.

Meanwhile, other premier league teams are also preparing for the international break. Tottenham have opened talks with midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur over a new contract, while Manchester City midfielder James McAtee is Bayer Leverkusen's No 1 target this summer. The transfer market is expected to be busy, with several players potentially changing teams. The England team, under Tuchel's management, will be looking to make a strong impression in the upcoming international matches, and the inclusion of Ben White could be a significant factor in their performance.

Here are some key match scores and player statistics to watch out for:

• 2025 Carabao Cup final: Newcastle United vs Liverpool
• England's upcoming international matches:
  1. Against Albania
  2. Against Latvia
• Player statistics:
  1. Ben White: 4 appearances for England
  2. Tino Livramento: 1 appearance for England
  3. Anthony Gordon: 1 goal for England

The England team's performance in the upcoming international matches will be crucial in determining their chances of success in the future. With Tuchel at the helm, the team is expected to make a strong impression, and the inclusion of Ben White could be a significant factor in their performance.

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