Thomas Tuchel has held talks with Arsenal defender Ben White as the new England head coach prepares to name his first squad for World Cup qualifying.

Bowen, who scored his debut international goal for England in a 5-0 victory against the Republic of Ireland to secure Nations League promotion last November, is now hopeful of selection when Tuchel announces his first squad for next month's World Cup qualifying double-header against Albania and Latvia at Wembley.

Thomas Tuchel will name his first England squad ahead of World Cup qualification fixtures next month and has reached out to Arsenal defender Ben White before making his selection

James Maddison has revealed he has spoken to Thomas Tuchel ahead of the German naming his first England squad next month and reminded the new manager that few midfielders can match his numbers in front of goal this season.

Alan Shearer believes Lewis Hall was “excellent” against Nottingham Forest and deserves to be in the next England squad.

Plus: Tottenham have opened talks with midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur over a new contract; Man City midfielder James McAtee is Bayer Leverkusens No 1 target this summer should they agree to sell Florian Wirtz;

Thomas Tuchel is set to make highly-rated coach Justin Cochrane the latest addition to his senior England backroom staff.

Thomas Tuchel has reportedly held talks with Arsenal star Ben White ahead of the new England boss naming his first squad for World Cup qualifying.