Archie Gray, a midfielder for Leeds United, was chosen for the first time in Lee Carsley’s England U21 roster.
In this month’s internationals, Gray is anticipated to make his England U21 debut against Azerbaijan and Luxembourg. Important Football Association decision-makers have acknowledged Gray’s performance throughout 2023–24. The 18-year-old, who had his birthday earlier this week, was referenced by England manager Gareth Southgate on Thursday in the same sentence as Kobbie Mainoo, Harvey Elliott, and Rico Lewis—three players from the Premier League. The versatile Leeds player, along with the Manchester United, Liverpool, and Manchester City regulars, was named by the Three Lions coach as players in the Under-21 setup who are currently developing “exceptionally well” and may be promoted to the senior group should injuries to important England midfielders require it.
that. “A few players with the Under-21s are performing incredibly well, particularly in midfield,” Southgate stated on Thursday afternoon after revealing the senior England squad. “The likes of Kobbie Mainoo, Harvey Elliott – Rico [Lewis] was with us last time – Archie Gray at Leeds is doing very, very well I have to say, so there are a number of players in that group we could move in.” With 40 appearances in all competitions during his rookie professional year under Daniel Farke, Gray has left an impression on Championship viewers this season. Later this year, the young player re-signed a long-term contract at Elland Road, keeping him bound to his childhood club until 2028. At St. George’s Park, Leeds’ No. 22 joins the Under-21 squad.
next to teammate Charlie Cresswell, who stays in Carsley’s group despite getting little playing time. With Gray’s selection, the youth will have the chance to interact with a group of players that are primarily Premier League stars, including Lewis, Jarell Quansah, Carney Chukwuemeka, and Noni Madueke.