Wiegman tells Mead next move is vital for England prospects as Toone earns recall

• Striker close to agreeing Manchester City move

• Toone, Beever-Jones and Godfrey back for qualifiers

Sarina Wiegman has said Beth Mead’s next transfer will be a “very important” factor in the England forward’s chances of going to the 2027 Women’s World Cup, as the outgoing Arsenal forward seeks more regular starts.

The 31-year-old is understood to be close to agreeing a move to Manchester City, after it was confirmed she will leave Arsenal at the end of her contract this summer after nine years.