Gary Neville included Chelsea defender Reece James in his preferred England line-up to face Germany at the European Championships.
Neville posted a potential XI onto his Twitter for his followers to feed on.
The Sky Sports pundit opted for a 3-4-3 formation, using wing-backs to mirror Germany’s usual set-up.
Gareth Southgate used this system well during the 2018 World Cup, but has since reverted to more traditional methods.
One of the wing-backs included was James, who if picked, will be making his second appearance at the tournament.
He started the 0-0 draw with Scotland last week, before being replaced by Kyle Walker in the subsequent match.
Chelsea’s 21-year-old has no issues with featuring in a five-man defence, having played there under Thomas Tuchel last season.
Southgate could also deploy him as a right-back, or centre-back within a three, such is his versatility.
Currently, James might be the only Stamford Bridge representative to be available for selection next Tuesday.
Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell are isolating, after interacting with covid19 positive Billy Gilmour.
Both of the English duo will be freed from their segregation on the morning of the Germany clash.
According to the Times, the FA are considering ways to include Mount and Chilwell in socially distanced training, giving them a greater chance to play the next game.
Frank Lampard ordered more tests be made available so they could participate, whilst Neville himself said they shouldn’t be involved from the off.
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