Trent Alexander-Arnold has been dealt a fresh blow as England's manager Thomas Tuchel names Trevoh Chalobah as the replacement for injured full-back Tino Livramento.
What happened?
Tino Livramento sustained a calf injury in training on Sunday, which will rule him out of England's fixtures in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
The England team announced that Trevoh Chalobah will join the 26-player squad at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Why it matters for Trent Alexander-Arnold
Trent Alexander-Arnold's omission from the initial squad raised eyebrows, and being overlooked again by Tuchel represents a significant setback for the Real Madrid player.
Alexander-Arnold has frequently found himself on the periphery of the international team, despite his success at Liverpool.
What comes next?
Tuchel has expressed concerns over Alexander-Arnold's defensive capabilities, which may have contributed to his exclusion from the squad.
In May last year, Tuchel stated that Alexander-Arnold relies heavily on his offensive contributions and needs to take defensive discipline seriously.
The England team will head to Dallas, Texas, for their opening group fixture against Croatia on Wednesday.
Trevoh Chalobah will join the team in Kansas City, while arrangements are made for his travel.
Alexander-Arnold's turbulent spell in Madrid, marked by injuries and a lack of regular game time, has done little to strengthen his case in Tuchel's eyes.
The 27-year-old's 26-minute cameo against Andorra remains the only playing time he has received under Tuchel.
Tuchel's decision to overlook Alexander-Arnold has sparked debate, given the player's impressive record at Liverpool.
However, Tuchel's concerns over Alexander-Arnold's defensive abilities may have been a significant factor in his exclusion.
The England team's fixtures in the USA, Mexico, and Canada will be a crucial test for the squad, and Alexander-Arnold's absence may be felt.
Tuchel's squad selection has raised questions about Alexander-Arnold's future in the international team.
As the World Cup approaches, Alexander-Arnold's exclusion from the squad has left fans wondering what the future holds for the talented player.