Jordan Henderson will be on the bench for England in their Euro 2024 Qualifier against Italy tonight, with Kalvin Phillips expected to make his first competitive start for his country since March.
Phillips was in the XI for the reverse fixture in Naples seven months ago, with England winning 2-1 to mark an impressive start to their qualifying campaign.
The midfielder's defensive prowess is what has persuaded Gareth Southgate to again hand him a starting berth, despite his lack of games for Manchester City.
Phillips has not started a Premier League match for City since May, while he has made just two league starts for the club since signing in the summer of 2022.
Controversy has surrounded Henderson since his decision in the summer to move to Saudi Arabia, where same-sex relationships are illegal.
