Arsenal’s Katie Reid has withdrawn from the England squad

Katie Reid of Arsenal has withdrawn from the England squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Australia.

The 19-year-old was called up earlier in the month and was in line to make her first senior appearance for her country following a strong start to the season, despite the Gunners’ relatively disappointing results.

England head coach Sarina Wiegman had previously said that Reid’s arrival in the senior squad was “exciting”, adding: “She started playing for Arsenal very quickly this season and a couple of moments last season.

“She’s done good in the pathway too and I just see some very good things on the pitch with her, and I hope she can show that in our environment too.

“I’m excited to see her in our environment and how she relates to other players in the squad.”

Reid has sustained what is described as “a small injury” and will be replaced by Liverpool captain Grace Fisk, who has played for the Lionesses throughout the youth pathway but not yet made her senior debut.

Fisk, aged 27, signed for Liverpool in 2023. She previously played for West Ham United, having spent her college...