Lewis Dunk is heading to Euro 2024.
The Albion skipper is part of Gareth Southgate’s 26-man squad for Germany.
He could have a significant part to play with fellow centre-back Harry Maguire ruled out by a calf injury.
The Manchester United man, a centrepiece of England teams in recent major tournaments, has admitted he is “devastated” to miss out.
Fellow defender Jarrad Branthwaite has also been left out.
Your #ThreeLions for #EURO2024! 🦁 pic.twitter.com/klzkNNTafI
— England (@England) June 6, 2024
Dunk started the midweek friendly against Bosnia-Herzegovina before being taken off in the final 20 minutes as a precautionary measure.
He worked on a personal fitness plan today away from the main England group.
Maguire told fans via social media: “I am devastated not to have been selected to play for England at the Euros this summer. Despite my best efforts, I have not been able to overcome an injury to my calf.
“Maybe I pushed myself too hard, to try and make it. Simply, I am absolutely gutted. For me, representing England is the highest honour. It means everything to me.
“If I can’t help the team as a player, I will support them as a fan – along with the rest of the country. Go and win it boys. Next, I will return to the supervision of the Manchester United medical team in order to prepare for next season.
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