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Jordan Henderson is back in the England squad and, while many are surprised to see him, Jordan Pickford has made his own stance clear.

The ex Liverpool captain has been on a strange journey since leaving Anfield.

He spent six months in Saudi Arabia playing under Steven Gerrard, before switching mid-season to Ajax — in part to aid his England hopes ahead of last year's Euros.

That proved in vain, with Henderson missing the cut for the tournament, where Gareth Southgate's side ultimately reached the final in his absence.

Curtis Jones could also make just his third appearance.

But the recall of Henderson is not what most had in mind when imagining a new era.

He will be turning 36 by the time the next World Cup rolls around, and his inclusion has caused some consternation as a new generation of talent continues to struggle for recognition on the international stage.

There was some pointless posturing about Morgan Gibbs-White, who quite clearly does not play in the same position as Henderson — or at least not the deep-lying, veteran version of the midfielder we see today.

Jordan Henderson of England reacts during a training session at St Georges Park on March 18, 2025 in Burton-upon-Trent, England

They will drive training standards, they will drive standards around the place and make it a better camp for everybody."

Of course, if Henderson is not able to bring something on the pitch, then his inclusion will still be questioned