September 19th 2024.
Over the summer, there were a few notable departures from Arsenal, including some big names. One of those former Arsenal players caught the attention of Paul Merson, who believes that he will soon be making a return to the England squad. The decision to leave the Emirates was a big one for this player, and it seems to have paid off.
Lee Carsley recently announced his first Three Lions squad, and only two Arsenal players made the cut: Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka. However, with the October international break approaching, there is still a chance for more Arsenal players to be called up. The only other senior Gunner who could potentially be included is Raheem Sterling, as Ben White has made it clear that he will not even speak to the interim England manager.
But there are a few former Arsenal stars who might also find themselves on the squad list. Aaron Ramsdale and Eddie Nketiah, who both left the club over the summer in search of more playing time, could potentially be selected. Another player who made a move for more minutes was Emile Smith Rowe, who joined Fulham for a hefty fee of £27 million after only starting four games under Mikel Arteta last season.
So far, Smith Rowe's decision to leave Arsenal has proven to be a wise one. He has already made an impact for Fulham, scoring a goal and providing an assist in his first four Premier League games. Arsenal legend Paul Merson has been impressed with his performance and believes that the young midfielder will continue to thrive if he maintains regular playing time.
Merson shared his thoughts on Smith Rowe's move, saying, "He lost his way a bit at Arsenal with all the injuries and lack of playing time. But if he keeps getting regular minutes, he will show that he was a brilliant signing for Fulham. He has a great work ethic and a sharp football mind. All he needs to do now is stay healthy, and he will soon find himself back on the England squad."
Smith Rowe has three caps for England and scored a goal in a 10-0 victory over San Marino, but his last national team appearance was back in March 2022. He did, however, play a key role in the U21 Euros last year, starting in the final against Spain alongside other talented players such as Angel Gomes, Cole Palmer, and Anthony Gordon.
Unfortunately for Smith Rowe, the attacking midfield position is highly competitive for England, with players like Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Jack Grealish, and Eberechi Eze all vying for a spot. But he is determined to prove himself and will continue to make his case, starting this Saturday when Fulham takes on Newcastle. And with upcoming matches against Greece and Finland in the Nations League, there may be another chance for Smith Rowe to wear the Three Lions on his shirt.
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