England manager Thomas Tuchel has handed Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham his first senior international call-up ahead of the team’s upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain.
The 21-year-old midfielder will join his brother Jude Bellingham in the England squad after impressing at club level and captaining the national Under-21 side.
Tuchel described the opportunity for the brothers to represent England together as a special moment.
Fulham teenager Josh King has also received his first senior call-up, becoming another young player rewarded for his performances.
Tuchel’s selection reflects his willingness to introduce emerging talent while maintaining the team’s established core.
However, Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer is among the notable players left out of the squad.
Noni Madueke and Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo have also missed selection as Tuchel continues to assess competition for places.
Declan Rice and Ben White return to the squad, while Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka is unavailable because of injury.
The squad also includes established names such as Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice.
England will use the two Nations League fixtures to strengthen their position in the competition and assess their options ahead of future international assignments.
The selection has already generated debate over Tuchel’s decisions, particularly the omission of Palmer.
