Liverpool midfielder Adam Lallana has admitted that he understands why Gareth Southgate opted against including him in England's World Cup squad.
The 30-year-old suffered greatly with injuries during last season, only managing to make 15 appearances for Liverpool in all competitions. He only registered one assist, and also completed 90 minutes just once all season, and Lallana believes he was not ready to be part of the World Cup squad.
In an interview with The Guardian, Lallana was asked about his omission from the squad and replied: “Of course it was frustrating because I wanted to be there.