Trent Alexander-Arnold's chances of making Gareth Southgate's World Cup squad have been increased by the news that Chelsea defender Reece James will be sidelined for eight weeks with a knee injury.
The Chelsea right-back suffered ligament damage during the Londoners' 2-0 victory at AC Milan earlier this week and was subsequently forced off. However, after seeing a specialist the full extent of the injury has now been revealed and it looks likely to end his dreams of representing the Three Lions at the World Cup next month.
A club statement released on Saturday evening confirmed that, while James will not require surgery as part of his rehabilitation, he will be sidelined for eight weeks and will not feature for Graham Potter's side until December - after the World Cup has taken place.
