Tim Sherwood says he is shocked Thomas Tuchel excluded Trent Alexander-Arnold from England squad while recalling Ben White

Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Tim Sherwood has expressed surprise at England manager Thomas Tuchel’s decision to omit Real Madrid defender Trent Alexander-Arnold from his latest England squad, in what has been described as the Tuchel England squad Alexander-Arnold snub debate.

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Sherwood made the remarks while speaking to Sky Sports following Tuchel’s announcement of a 37-man England squad for upcoming international friendlies against Japan and Uruguay.

The Tuchel England squad Alexander-Arnold snub has drawn widespread attention after the Liverpool academy graduate, now at Real Madrid, was left out despite his established status as one of England’s leading right-backs.

Sherwood said he was shocked by the decision, while also acknowledging Tuchel’s inclusion of Arsenal defender Ben White in the squad.

He admitted that while he welcomed White’s return to the national setup, he struggled to understand the omission of Alexander-Arnold given his quality and experience at the highest level of club football.

According to Sherwood, the decision reflects the manager’s authority, even if it is difficult for observers to comprehend.

Tuchel’s squad selection has sparked debate among fans and pundits, particularly regarding defensive choices ahead of the international fixtures at Wembley Stadium.

Ben White’s recall follows a long absence from international duty, while Alexander-Arnold’s exclusion has raised questions about competition for places in England’s defensive setup.

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The England manager is expected to use the upcoming matches to assess squad depth as he continues shaping his team for future international competitions.