Jarrad Branthwaite has credited a rehabilitation program in Germany with helping him return to the England national team. The Everton defender has been included in manager Thomas Tuchel’s squad for upcoming Nations League matches against Spain, Czechia, and Croatia. If selected, it would mark Branthwaite’s second appearance for England’s senior team, following previous injury-related absences. This season, Branthwaite has been a regular in the Premier League, making a significant improvement from last season, when he was limited to just 10 appearances due to recurring hamstring injuries. In an effort to address his injury issues, Everton sent Branthwaite to the MYOS sports and health clinic in Munich at the start of the summer. He described this as a turning point in his recovery. Branthwaite explained that he had sat down with the club after multiple injuries to take a broader look at his overall health and fitness. During his time in Munich, he worked with a team of specialists for three to four weeks, focusing on various aspects of his body, including movement patterns and even brain function, as part of a holistic approach to his rehabilitation. Branthwaite’s injury problems came to a head in April when he was substituted during Everton’s Merseyside derby against Liverpool, suffering another hamstring injury. The incident not only ended his season but also dashed his hopes of being considered for the World Cup squad. Everton’s performance also declined during his absence, highlighting the importance of his role on the team. Despite these setbacks, Branthwaite made his England debut as a substitute in a 2024 friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina, and a recall to the national team had been a personal goal this season alongside regaining full fitness. Branthwaite learned of his inclusion in the squad last week while having breakfast, calling it a proud and emotional moment. He emphasized that over the past season, his focus had been on returning to full fitness and securing a place in the England squad after missing significant time due to injuries. He noted that both his individual performance and Everton’s team form have started the season strongly, and he feels confident in his ability to contribute at the international level.