Brentford striker Ivan Toney©AFP
Brentford striker Ivan Toney was recalled to England’s squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers against Italy and Ukraine on Thursday despite a string of bets from the Football Association. Toney, who has yet to make his international debut after going unused by Gareth Southgate following his previous call-up in September, has been charged with 262 breaches of FA rules banning players from betting on a match even if they are not in it involved. .
The 27-year-old is expected to receive a long-term suspension if found guilty by an FA hearing.
However, only Erling Haaland and Harry Kane have scored more than Toney’s 16 Premier League goals this season, putting Brentford in contention to qualify for Europe.
Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling and Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold are the big omissions from Southgate’s World Cup squad.
Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire, Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount and Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips all retain their places despite limited time on the pitch at club level.
The Three Lions begin their quest to qualify for next year’s European Championship in Germany with a tough trip to defending champions Italy in Naples on March 23.
England then host Ukraine at Wembley three days later.
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