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James Carsley has named his England U21 squad, and the team is heading to Slovakia to compete in the upcoming European Championship! The England U21s, featuring a blend of Premier League experience and young talent, are set to battle in group B against the Czech Republic, Germany, and Slovenia. Carsley, recently re-signed through 2027, has a clear vision: secure the title after a triumphant stint with the senior team. Key players include Tino Livramento, Jarell Quansah, and Harvey Elliott. The squad also welcomes rising stars like Ethan Nwaneri.With a mix of seasoned professionals and emerging talent, the team is poised for a strong performance. Discover more about the full squad details and insights from James Carsley himself via News Directory 3. What exciting strategies will they employ to conquer the competition? Discover what’s next.
Carsley Names England U21 Squad, Eyes Euro Championship
Updated June 11, 2025
James Carsley has announced his 23-man squad for the upcoming European Championship in Slovakia, setting his sights firmly on securing the title. The England U21s, placed in Group B alongside the Czech Republic, Germany, and Slovenia, aim to advance to the quarter-finals.
Carsley, who recently extended his contract with the Football Association through 2027, is back in charge after a stint as senior team boss.During his six games, he secured five wins and one loss, guiding England back to the Nations LeagueS top tier.
The squad blends Premier League experience with emerging talent. Newcastle full-back Tino Livramento, who has one senior cap, joins Liverpool’s Jarell Quansah and Harvey Elliott. Other notable inclusions are Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson,Tottenham’s Archie Gray,Brighton’s Jack Hinshelwood,Bournemouth’s Alex Scott,Manchester City’s James McAtee,and Ipswich’s Omari Hutchinson.
Arsenal winger Ethan Nwaneri, 18, is the youngest player, following a breakthrough season where he scored nine goals.
“It’s important I just do a good job, I’m just trying to do it again [win the Euros],” said Carsley. “The priority is the Euros and I won’t be taking my eye off of that.”
“Hopefully we’ll be good to watch. That’s what you want. You want people back home watching the next generation of England players and being excited by it,” Carsley added.
The full squad list is as follows:
Goalkeepers: James Beadle (Brighton), Teddy Sharman-Lowe (Chelsea), Tommy Simkin (Stoke).
Defenders: Charlie Cresswell (Toulouse), Ronnie Edwards (Southampton), CJ Egan-Riley (Burnley), Tino Livramento (Newcastle), Brooke Norton Cuffy (Genoa), Jarell Quansah (Liverpool).
Midfielders: Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest), Archie Gray (Tottenham), Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough), Jack Hinshelwood (Brighton), Tyler Morton (Liverpool), Alex Scott (Bournemouth).
Forwards: Harvey Elliott (Liverpool), Omari Hutchinson (Ipswich), Sam Iling Jnr (Aston Villa), James McAtee (Manchester City), ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal), Jonathan Rowe (Marseille), Jay Stansfield (Birmingham).
What’s next
The England U21s will now focus on their preparations for the Euro Championship, aiming to showcase their talent and compete for the title in Slovakia.