Ben White firmly states that he does not want to be a choice for the Lions.

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England manager Gareth Southgate reveals that. Ben White, Arsenal‘s talented right-back does not want to be a choice for the Three Lions in the latest team.

Southgate has just announced the 25-man England squad for two friendlies against Brazil on March 23 and Belgium on March 26. UFABET

One of the names that has dropped out and is being talked about again is Ben White, Arsenal defender. Who this season has done outstanding work both offensively and defensively, helping the Gunners stay top of the Premier League. And just made it to the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League. 

However, Southgate revealed that White, who recently signed a new contract. With Arsenal was the one who informed the club and the national team that. He did not want to be called up for the national team this time. 

Southgate said: “We received a call from Arsenal last week to say that. Ben White did not want to be considered for an England call-up.”

“Ben White doesn’t want to be picked in the team. And that is a great shame. He’s a player I really like.”

“I chose him for the Euro and World Cup finals. I talked to him after the tournament in Qatar. And I want to choose him But there is a clear attitude from his side.”

Football fans believe that one of the factors that. Ben White is not interested in playing for the national team these days. Because he had a problem with Steve Holland, Southgate’s assistant during the World Cup in Qatar.