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Wayne Rooney makes Trent Alexander-Arnold return claim ahead of 2026 World Cup

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Image Credits: Imago Images Wayne Rooney has voiced serious concerns about Trent Alexander-Arnold’s international future after the former Liverpool right-back was left out of Thomas Tuchel’s latest England squad. “I know it’s a tough decision for Trent as it is for Ollie Watkins and Luke Shaw,” said Tuchel.



But I know what Trent can give us.” Rooney believes Alexander-Arnold may have already been permanently dropped from Thomas Tuchel’s plans ahead of the World Cup. I find it incredible that he’s not in a 35-man squad.

Look at his ability, his quality – I know he’s not the best defender, he’ll probably admit that himself,” Rooney added. “Now I know he’s close with Jude [Bellingham] and it looks like there’s been a few issues with Jude not being in the squad of late.