James Maddison is expected to make his first start for England against Ukraine at Wembley on Sunday - with the Leicester City playmaker set to line up on the left wing.
There were widespread calls for Maddison to be included in the England World Cup squad but, when he was, injury prevented him playing a single minute in Qatar.
Since making his international debut as a substitute against Montenegro three-and-a-half years ago, injuries and selection dilemmas have meant Maddison has missed out on playing for his country.
He has played only 35 minutes of senior international football in his career.
But Sky Sports News has been told his attitude in Qatar - remaining positive and supportive of his team-mates, even when he did not get his chance on the pitch - impressed boss Gareth Southgate and the rest of the England coaches.
