England boss Lee Carsley makes Mason Greenwood confession after keeping tabs on forward
Mason Greenwood has been overlooked by new England boss Lee Carsley, despite the interim manager keeping tabs on his performances in Ligue 1 with Marseille
Interim England boss Lee Carsley has snubbed Mason Greenwood from the Three Lions squad, stating clearly that the forward "wasn't under consideration" for selection.
The former U21 manager, stepping into Gareth Southgate's shoes after his departure, is shaping the team in his own vision, welcoming several new faces to the fold.
While Greenwood could have been a contender following his impressive loan stint at Getafe, his off-field controversies and subsequent transfer away from Manchester United to Marseille have clouded his chances of a national call-up.
Despite acknowledging the player's form, Carsley remained firm on the decision, explaining: "Mason wasn't a player we could consider, I'm aware of how he's doing, but he wasn't under consideration."
The talented striker had once caught Southgate's eye, earning a solitary cap before disciplinary issues cooled his international prospects. His career reboot in France with Marseille comes as he aims to leave past troubles behind and focus on footballing acclaim amidst mixed reactions from the Ligue 1 club's supporters.
Mason Greenwood is settling into life in Marseille (Image: AFP via Getty Images)
England's approach under Gareth Southgate was transformative, connecting the team with fans like never before. Selections played a key part in this cultural shift, with the ex-England manager always aware of the effect certain players might have on the team's harmony.
Earlier in the year, prior to his departure, Southgate didn't rule out a potential return for Greenwood to the squad, though he conceded it wouldn't be ahead of the European Championships as the situation needed more clarity.
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He remarked: "I think at this moment in time it would be a big distraction for the team and let's see where that leads next season. I would need to know more details about the whole thing before it was an option."
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The possibility of Greenwood switching his international allegiances to Jamaica made headlines in August when The Sun uncovered the Caribbean country's interest, given Greenwood's eligibility.
