England boss Sarina Wiegman says Steph Houghton's chances of going to the World Cup are "not that high" after the former captain said she is targeting a recall for this summer's tournament.
Houghton has 121 England caps and was included in Wiegman's first squad in 2021.
However, the Manchester City defender was forced to withdraw due to injury and is yet to play under the manager, despite recovering her form and fitness at club level in recent months.
Speaking last week, Houghton said dealing with her absence from the England team had been "mentally tough" but that she is "pushing" for an international recall.
However, asked about the 34-year-old's chances of being included in her squad for the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, Wiegman said: "She's in a hard position. The chances are not that high."
