Newcastle United defender Dan Burn has been called up to the England squad for November 2026 Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain, replacing the injured Manchester City centre-back Marc Guéhi.
Marc Guéhi pulled out of Thomas Tuchel‘s squad after suffering a hip injury during Manchester City’s defeat at Nottingham Forest. The defender was substituted at half-time following a request to come off, according to Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca.
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Guéhi Misses International Camp as Dan Burn Returns
Scans subsequently ruled Guéhi out of the international camp, ending a run of 15 consecutive appearances for the national team, as reported by ESPN. The defender has been a mainstay under Tuchel since the German coach took charge as head coach in January 2025, starting every match at the World Cup apart from one and featuring in all four Nations League group fixtures in September and October.
Dan Burn returns to the setup for the first time since the summer World Cup, where he made two substitute appearances, including a late appearance to help secure a victory against Mexico at altitude in the Azteca Stadium, as detailed by ESPN.
The 34-year-old Newcastle United defender missed the previous international break with an ankle injury, according to BBC Sport. Burn has 11 international caps to his name and brings valuable experience to the defensive unit.
The 34-year-old defender is now part of the squad that reported to Tottenham Hotspur’s training ground on Monday.
BREAKING: Marc Guehi has withdrawn from the England squad, with Dan Burn called up as a replacement 🚨 pic.twitter.com/yvRwhRBU0p
Nations League Group Standings
England face Croatia at Wembley on Thursday before traveling to Madrid to face world champions Spain on Sunday in Group A3 of the Nations League, according to EFE. Spain leads the group with 12 points after winning all four of their matches, while England sits second with nine points following three victories and an opening loss to Luis de la Fuente’s team.
Tuchel’s remaining central defensive options at Tottenham Hotspur’s training ground include Jarrad Branthwaite, Ezri Konsa, Jarell Quansah, and Ben White, alongside the newly arrived Burn, as noted by Yahoo Sports. Meanwhile, the goalkeeping department features Jordan Pickford alongside James Trafford, with Tuchel noting that competition remains open across the squad.
Earlier coverage: Jorge de Frutos Replaces Injured Ander Barrenetxea in Spain's Nations League Squad
Guehi has withdrawn from the England squad. Burn added in his place.
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