Reece James, Declan Rice and Marc Guehi all missed England workforce coaching on Wednesday forward of Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final towards Norway.
The trio as a substitute adopted particular person coaching programmes in Kansas Metropolis, whereas the remaining 22 members of Thomas Tuchel’s squad educated as regular.
Jordan Henderson was additionally absent as he continues his restoration after present process surgical procedure on the damaged arm he suffered throughout celebrations following England’s last-16 win over Mexico.
England’s medical employees will now monitor the health of James, Rice and Guehi intently over the approaching days as Tuchel prepares for one in every of his aspect’s greatest exams of the event.
Proper-back considerations proceed for Tuchel
James’ continued absence can be a specific concern for England given their issues at right-back all through the World Cup.
The Chelsea defender began England’s opening two matches earlier than struggling soreness in his hamstring following the goalless draw with Ghana.
England have been already brief within the place after Tino Livramento withdrew from the squad on the eve of the event by damage.
Tuchel opted to name up Trevoh Chalobah as cowl, with Jarell Quansah used as an emergency right-back choice through the group stage.
Nonetheless, Quansah was compelled off injured towards Panama earlier than returning for the last-16 conflict with Mexico, the place he was despatched off after 54 minutes and can now serve a suspension towards Norway.
Djed Spence deputised towards DR Congo, whereas Declan Rice was compelled to fill in on the best aspect of defence through the closing levels of that victory.
Ezri Konsa additionally shifted throughout following Quansah’s dismissal towards Mexico, however England will hope James can return in time to face Erling Haaland and Norway in Miami.
Rice and Guehi additionally being managed
Rice and Guehi are additionally following what the Soccer Affiliation described as particular person programmes after each accomplished the complete 120 minutes towards Mexico.
Rice has managed a number of health points through the event, having beforehand missed the group-stage win over Panama following a heavy blow to his calf.
Guehi, in the meantime, has began each match of England’s World Cup marketing campaign and stays a key determine within the centre of Tuchel’s defence.
