It is highly unlikely that Mark Gechy will be able to make it to Sunday’s quarterfinal (12:00 a.m. Greece time) against Norway in Miami, meaning England will field a new center-back pairing.
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On Friday in Kansas, the international defender was unable to train normally, as muscle discomfort continues to plague him, and Thomas Tuchel is considering replacing him at center back with the towering Dan Burn.
It’s worth noting that there’s also a problem at right back, where Kwansa is suspended and only Spence is available, with Reece James listed as doubtful, while in midfield, an issue has arisen with the injured Declan Rice, who has been isolated to prevent the virus from spreading to the rest of the team
*photo source: AP
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