Contrary to the view of many, Gareth Southgate does not owe Trent Alexander-Arnold anything. The Liverpool right back was dropped on the back of poor form for the most recent internationals and that is how it should be.
Having said that, Alexander-Arnold would be in my squad for the European Championship this summer. I expect Southgate to leave him out and select Chelsea’s Reece James instead, and that would be a mistake.
James is a very talented right back. He will play many times for his country if he continues on his current trajectory.