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England’s predicted starting lineup for EURO 2016

By Jonathan Perelman

(L-R) Vincent Janssen of Holland, Kyle Walker of England, Jamie Vardy of England during the friendly match between England and Netherlands on March 29, 2016 at Wembley stadium in London, England.(Photo by VI Images via Getty Images)
(L-R) Vincent Janssen of Holland, Kyle Walker of England, Jamie Vardy of England during the friendly match between England and Netherlands on March 29, 2016 at Wembley stadium in London, England.(Photo by VI Images via Getty Images) /
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(L-R) Kyle Walker of England, Jetro Willems of Holland during the friendly match between England and Netherlands on March 29, 2016 at Wembley stadium in London, England.(Photo by VI Images via Getty Images)
(L-R) Kyle Walker of England, Jetro Willems of Holland during the friendly match between England and Netherlands on March 29, 2016 at Wembley stadium in London, England.(Photo by VI Images via Getty Images) /

9. Kyle Walker

I realize Walker and Clyne are currently competing for the right back position, most likely to be won by Clyne, but the outside back opposite of Clyne has to be Kyle Walker. I realize it is not likely, but the best players should play. Just the first of many Tottenham players that deserve to be the lifeline of this England squad, this outside back needs to be in the first team.

Although these players are fighting for the right back position, Clyne has played on the left before, so why not play the best in both spots? Baines has also been considered for the spot opposite of Clyne, but Baines is 31 and on his way out, while Walker and Clyne are both young and could make a dangerous outside back duo in the future.

Walker is one of the quickest players in the Premier League, which benefits outside backs, especially in a 4-3-3. He can get forward to support the attack when needed, but he has the speed to get back and stop the counter attack or any other attack for that matter.

He, like Clyne, adds a new dimension to this lethal attack that England has. He can whip balls in and can even make runs in behind with his lightning speed. Although potentially unlikely, if Walker and Clyne both start, this England team would not only be better immediately, but would gain experience for the future.

Next: 8. Center back supporting Clyne