England interim coach Carsley hit by departure of three senior players

As they gear up to face Ireland and Finland, they will have to do so without the contributions of Palmer, Watkins, and Foden.

The latter did not join up with the squad after missing his last club match for Manchester City.

But Palmer and Watkins were assessed by England staff and deemed not fit enough.

The likes of Noni Madueke, Tino Livramento, Angel Gomes and Morgan Gibbs-White will get a chance to shine.