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England defender Harry Maguire said he was “shocked and gutted” to have been left out of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad.
The German coach will name his 26-man squad for the tournament in North America on Friday and began making calls to players the previous day.
Manchester United’s Maguire was part of the England squad in March, having received his first call-up under Tuchel, but the 66-cap defender has confirmed he will not be going to the World Cup.
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The centre-back, 33, posted on social media: “I was confident I could (have) played a major part this summer for my country after the season I’ve had. I’ve been left shocked and gutted by the decision.
“I’ve loved nothing more than putting that shirt on and representing my country over the years.
“I wish the players, all the best this summer.”
Maguire’s mother Zoe also expressed her disappointment on social media, saying she was “disgusted” by the decision.
Maguire has played a major role for United since Michael Carrick took charge at Old Trafford in January, helping the team finish third in the Premier League.
According to reports from UK media, Manchester City’s Phil Foden, Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White, Manchester United’s Luke Shaw, Chelsea playmaker Cole Palmer, Levi Colwill, Fikayo Tomori and Dominic Calvert-Lewin are also set to miss out.
Ivan Toney is poised to earn a shock recall, while Ollie Watkins, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento have also reportedly been included.
“It would mean a lot,” Toney told Sky Sports in February, speaking about the prospect of a World Cup call-up.
“I have never played at a World Cup. It would be a dream; everyone dreams of that.
“If we were to win it, that would be so big for the country. You have visions of what could happen. If it comes true, it would be a blessing.”
