Thomas Tuchel names three young prospects in England World Cup training squad
Thomas Tuchel has added Alex Scott, Rio Ngumoha and Josh King to the England World Cup training camp in Miami to cover for players involved in European finals.
The youthful trio missed out on the final 26-man selection for this summer’s tournament across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
However, they will travel to Florida on 1 June to participate in preparations and could feature in warm-up fixtures against New Zealand and Costa Rica.
Their inclusion provides crucial numerical support while several senior internationals complete their domestic campaigns.
Champions League finalists delay arrival
Four squad members are currently preparing for the Champions League final, including key midfield duo Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka.
Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson is also delayed as he prepares for the upcoming Conference League final.
Brighton veteran Jason Steele remains on standby to act as a deputy for the shot-stopper if required.
Tuchel praises outstanding attitude
The national team manager confirmed the temporary additions during a press conference on Friday while hinting at a fourth unnamed arrival.
We will take some young players to train with us and keep the squad the size we need.
Alex Scott. Rio Ngumoha. Josh King. And there will be one more player we cannot name because it’s not confirmed yet.
The German coach reserved special praise for midfielder Scott, who was included in the preliminary 55-man shortlist but missed the final cut.
The former Chelsea boss praised the youngster’s willingness to join the preliminary camp despite that initial disappointment.
The reaction of him was outstanding, the wish to be in pre-camp and close to the team, it wasn’t even a question for him.
I’m glad he’s with us because it was a close call and he has a chance to get a first camp.
Road to the World Cup
The Three Lions will spend nearly two weeks acclimatising in Miami before transitioning to their official tournament base.
They are scheduled to relocate to Kansas on 13 June ahead of their opening group stage fixture.
Supporters will get their first glimpse of the expanded squad when they face New Zealand on 6 June.