Centre-back Ben White decided to stay away from the national team for a bit as he told Gareth Southgate that this time he won\u2019t be playing for England team for some personal reasons. After this international break, Southgate has spoken about him on the media regarding his absence.<\/p>\n
Ben White, the promising centre-back, has made the decision to step away from the England national team for the time being, citing personal reasons. This announcement came as a surprise to many fans and followers of English football, as White has been a key figure in Gareth Southgate\u2019s plans in recent times.<\/p>\n
Following White\u2019s decision, Gareth Southgate, the England manager, addressed the media regarding the absence of the talented defender. Southgate expressed understanding and support for White\u2019s choice, stating, \u201cI felt I should back away from it a little bit.\u201d This acknowledgment of White\u2019s need for personal space highlights the empathetic approach of the England coaching staff towards their players\u2019 well-being.<\/p>\n
Despite White\u2019s temporary departure from international duties, Southgate emphasized that the door remains wide open for the defender\u2019s return to the squad. With the UEFA European Championship coming in the meantime, Southgate sees White as a valuable asset and expressed his desire to have the centre-back back in the fold for the prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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