Former Premier League star ‘gets first England call-up in SIX years’ – as Thomas Tuchel adds to his squad after Adam Wharton injury

AC Milan’s Ruben Loftus-Cheek has reportedly earned a surprising late call-up to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad. 

The former Chelsea midfielder’s recall to the national team comes after Adam Wharton picked up an abductor injury in Crystal Palace’s 3-0 victory over Aston Villa on Saturday, according to The Athletic. 

Speaking to reporters after the game, Eagles boss Oliver Glasner hinted that Wharton, with England appearance to his name, may have to withdraw. 

The FA are however yet to confirm whether or not the Eagles midfielder has pulled out. 

Loftus-Cheek, now 29, last played for England in 2018 in a friendly against the United States and has not been included in a squad for more than six years.

He’s currently playing in the Serie A for AC Milan after signing for the club from Chelsea in 2023. After failing to register a single goal in any competition last season, the attacking midfielder netted his first of the season last weekend in a 2-0 away win at Lecce. 

 

More to follow.