World Cup 2026: Alan Shearer Names Arsenal Star and Others Who Won’t Be in Tuchel’s Squad

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has identified the England players he believes will be left out of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad.

He says Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis‑Skelly is likely to be among the notable exclusions. Lewis‑Skelly scored the first goal of Tuchel’s tenure last March in a match against Albania, but his recent international call‑ups have been limited as his playing time at Arsenal has dropped.

Despite this, the young midfielder has seen a resurgence late in the season under Mikel Arteta, stepping in for Martin Zubimendi and starting in central midfield alongside Declan Rice in key fixtures as the campaign wound down.

That versatility could be useful for England this summer, yet Shearer doubts Lewis‑Skelly has done enough to earn a place in Tuchel’s final list, which is expected to be announced on Friday.

Speaking to Metro, Shearer said: “Tuchel has used Hall and Livramento in a left‑back role as well, so my prediction is that two of the three will be selected.

“Nico O’Reilly is someone I believe will certainly be included, and then it will be a choice between either Livramento, who could play left, or Lewis Hall.”

Regarding Lewis‑Skelly, Shearer added: “I think he hasn’t played much football this season; he has just re‑entered the squad, into the midfield, and he has been outstanding. However, whether that has been sufficient to earn him a spot in the left‑back position or midfield, I doubt it.”

Another player who appears certain to be omitted is Manchester United defender Harry Maguire, who has publicly voiced his concerns about a likely exclusion. Shearer also wondered whether Dan Burn’s additional time with Tuchel during England camps, compared with Maguire, might have been a deciding factor.

Shearer noted: “Well, I believe Konsa and Guehi are assured selections. I think he will include John Stones due to his experience, and he has already expressed his admiration for him. So then it would be between Dan and Harry Maguire, and I might guess, and it’s only a guess, that he might opt for Dan. I think just because he’s had him in camp, he knows what he brings to the camp and that’s perhaps why he might edge it.”

Reports also suggest that high‑profile names such as Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Morgan Gibbs‑White are set to miss out on the England squad for this summer’s tournament.