Kobbie Mainoo has been left out of Thomas Tuchel's latest England squad for the upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain. The Manchester United midfielder recently returned from injury and played in European competition this week, but the manager opted against rushing him into international action.
Manchester City players in the squad
Phil Foden is back in the senior setup after a strong response to his omission from previous international camps. The Manchester City playmaker has rebuilt his match sharpness with consistent domestic performances.
Nico O'Reilly earned another senior call-up among the Manchester City contingent after impressing within the international setup. Tuchel continues to value the versatile academy graduate as an adaptable squad option.
Defensive decisions
Marc Guéhi kept his place in the defensive unit despite facing competition at club level with Manchester City. The centre-back remains an established component of the national team's back line.
John Stones missed out on the defensive roster due to ongoing fitness and injury setbacks. His absence opens up opportunities for other domestic central defenders to step into the starting fold.
Rico Lewis was overlooked for an initial place after previously featuring as late cover in earlier camps. The young City defender will look to regain regular international minutes through club form.
Manchester United absentees
Marcus Rashford, Luke Shaw, and Harry Maguire all missed out for Manchester United owing to ongoing injury problems and a lack of recent match action. Their continued absence leaves United with no representatives in the senior squad for this camp.
