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Branthwaite Thrilled by England Return After Injury Battles
The Everton defender said a Germany fitness retreat and careful pre-season management improved his form after repeated hamstring setbacks.
Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite earned a recall to Thomas Tuchel's England squad for upcoming Nations League matches, rewarding his strong start to the Premier League season.
Persistent hamstring injuries previously sidelined Branthwaite, prompting him to spend a month in Germany this summer seeking a holistic rehabilitation approach to analyze movement patterns.
Having played every minute of the Premier League campaign so far, Branthwaite proved his fitness after missing extensive time last year, earning his first international call-up in over two years.
Amid recent squad withdrawals on Monday, Branthwaite reaffirmed his commitment, stating "It's a privilege to be in the England squad and to represent England." He aims to challenge Marc Guehi and Ezri Konsa for a starting spot.
Tuchel's side faces Spain at Wembley on Saturday before playing Croatia and Czechia in upcoming Nations League matches; Branthwaite hopes to remain injury-free and establish himself in the manager's long-term plans.