Thomas Tuchel has omitted Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, and Kobbie Mainoo from the England squad, calling up Jobe Bellingham and Josh King instead. Chelsea's Palmer, overlooked for the World Cup and recent camps due to injury, has returned to form with five goals and three assists but was deemed not match-ready despite medical clearance. Manchester United's Mainoo withdrew previously with an unspecified issue.
Foden remains out of favour despite six goal involvements. The absences open the door for first-time senior call-ups for Jobe Bellingham and Josh King, who have youth international experience. Defenders Trevoh Chalobah and Tino Livramento withdrew through injury, while Nico O'Reilly misses out.
Trent Alexander-Arnold retains his place. Djed Spence returns from injury, and Ben White is recalled after March boos. Alex Scott is ruled out with a thigh injury, promoting James Garner.
England faces Croatia and Spain in Nations League matches.
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