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Danny Welbeck's England selection questioned by fellow Premier League striker

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Troy Deeney has questioned the decision to name Danny Welbeck in the England squad
Troy Deeney has questioned the decision to name Danny Welbeck in the England squad

Watford skipper Troy Deeney has blasted Gareth Southgate’s decision to name Danny Welbeck in his most-recent England squad.

Welbeck was called up by Southgate for the UEFA Nations League clash with Spain and the friendly against Switzerland, despite playing just 21 minutes of Arsenal’s opening four Premier League games.

Deeney, on the other hand, has only missed one minute of Watford’s impressive start, netting twice.

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While he did not necessarily expect a call-up, he does not believe he is the only English striker wondering what Welbeck has done to deserve being selected again.

Speaking to the Premier League show, Deeney said: “I respected his decision, I can’t say I was overjoyed not to be in it, I’m one of those that believe you have to earn it.

“I don’t think four games is anywhere near enough to say I should be in the England team.

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Deeney has looked rejuvenated under Javi Gracia

He added: “If you look at a Danny Ings, Glenn Murray, Callum Wilson, we would probably all be arguing well what do I need to be in the team?

“Because no offence to Danny Welbeck, I’ve got a lot of time for Danny Welbeck, but he’s not playing but he’s still being picked, so is it a case that’s just the team?”