Key Takeaways:
- Ruben Loftus-Cheek has been summoned to the England squad for the first time since March 2019, replacing the injured Adam Wharton
- The AC Milan midfielder, aged 29, last featured for the Three Lions in November 2018 and has earned 10 national caps
- England are scheduled to face Andorra at home on 6 September, followed by an away fixture against Serbia three days later
International Recall for Loftus-Cheek
AC Milan’s Ruben Loftus-Cheek has been selected by Thomas Tuchel for inclusion in the England national team, stepping in for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton after the latter sustained an injury during Sunday’s triumph against Aston Villa. This marks Loftus-Cheek’s first England call-up since March 2019, ending a spell of seven years away from the national team set-up.
Player Background and Club Performance
Currently aged 29, Loftus-Cheek previously registered 10 appearances for England, with his most recent outing dating back to November 2018. His call-up in March 2019 was short-lived, as he dropped out of the squad soon after.
A first England call-up for seven years?
Thomas Tuchel is set to pick AC Milan's Ruben Loftus-Cheek. 🔙 🏴#ENG #BBCFootball pic.twitter.com/9VSy6Hau97
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) September 2, 2025
Thomas Tuchel, familiar with Loftus-Cheek from their collaborative stint at Chelsea, has shown continued faith in the midfielder. Loftus-Cheek left Stamford Bridge a few months following Tuchel’s departure. Since joining Milan, the English international has featured in 70 matches and netted 11 goals. His current campaign began strongly, starting as a regular and registering a goal in the recent victory over Lecce on Friday evening.
Upcoming England Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 6 September | Andorra | Home |
| 9 September | Serbia | Away |
The England team are set to host Andorra on 6 September, before travelling to Serbia for an away encounter three days later. Loftus-Cheek’s experience will add further depth to Thomas Tuchel’s squad as they approach these important fixtures.
