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Ivan Toney never doubted England recall despite controversial move

Ivan Toney recalled as Thomas Tuchel names players for June internationals
  • Ivan Toney has been recalled to the England squad for the first time since his move from Brentford to Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia.
  • The 29-year-old was previously overlooked by interim boss Lee Carsley and Thomas Tuchel, but the current England boss assured him his Saudi Pro League move wouldn't affect his chances.
  • Toney has scored 23 goals in 30 Saudi Pro League appearances for Al-Ahli, helping them win the AFC Champions League Elite competition.
  • The striker believes that playing well and scoring goals should warrant a chance to play for England regardless of where the player is based.
  • Toney is aiming to be part of the England squad for the next World Cup and believes the Saudi Pro League is a competitive league that is improving.
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