"Harvey Barnes has been in red-hot form for Newcastle and politely said no to Steve Clarke after discussions to bring him into the fold for the Scots."
"Barnes is into the Three Lions' squad after Eberechi Eze's injury forced the Arsenal playmaker out of the Carabao Cup Final."
"Clarke was keen on Barnes, however, it's understood the former Leicester man believed he could force himself into contention with England and will now get his chance."
Harvey Barnes, a 28-year-old winger, has been performing exceptionally well for Newcastle. He received a call-up to the England squad after Eberechi Eze's injury. Barnes previously turned down Scotland's offer to join their World Cup team, believing he could secure a spot with England. He has only one cap for England, which was in a friendly against Ireland. Now, he has the opportunity to showcase his skills under Thomas Tuchel in upcoming matches against Uruguay and Japan.
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