Respect? Exposure? Why England's star names are going abroad
Summary
Seven of the 25 players in England’s initial squad play their club football outside England, including Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Anthony Gordon. England staff say playing abroad can offer more time for training, experience in European competitions and opportunities to adapt to new cultures and styles of play.Key Facts
- Harry Kane plays for Bayern Munich, Jude Bellingham for Real Madrid and Anthony Gordon for Barcelona.
- Anthony Gordon joined Barcelona from Newcastle in the summer.
- Since 2008, Rodri in 2024 is the only Ballon d’Or winner who played in England when he received the award.
- Michael Owen in 2001 was the last Englishman to win the Ballon d’Or while playing in England.
- The Football Association is monitoring 43 English players who play for clubs in Europe.
- FA technical director John McDermott said playing abroad can give players time for training and technical development between matches.
- McDermott said adapting to a new dressing room and language can help players develop independence and adjust to new cultures.
- England manager Thomas Tuchel said he sees no reason Kane and Bellingham cannot continue to be decisive for England while playing abroad.
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