Morgan Gibbs-White Set for England Recall After Cole Palmer Injury

LONDON: Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White is expected to return to the England squad after Chelsea forward Cole Palmer suffered a minor injury.

Palmer had been recalled by England manager Thomas Tuchel for the upcoming international fixtures after previously being left out of the squad for the World Cup. However, his latest injury is expected to keep him out of the extended international break.

Gibbs-White was not included in Tuchel’s original squad but had been considered for selection. The 26-year-old is now expected to receive another opportunity with the national team.

Tuchel had previously indicated that Gibbs-White had been close to earning a place in the squad, making his expected return less surprising.

Palmer’s withdrawal is a setback for England, particularly after Tuchel had brought the Chelsea player back into the national-team setup and challenged him to establish himself in the team.

England’s upcoming schedule includes a meeting with Spain at Wembley on September 26 before the squad travels to the Czech Republic. Palmer’s absence means Tuchel will have to make adjustments to his attacking options during the international window.

For Gibbs-White, the expected call-up provides another chance to impress at international level and strengthen his position within Tuchel’s plans.