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McNulty Q&A: Should Eze be used in the knockout stages?
Another Crystal Palace-related question put to chief footballer writer Phil McNulty:
Tom asked: No-one is talking about Eberechi Eze. However, of all the attack-minded players in the squad he arguably finished the season in the best form and was one of the most dynamic players in the warm-up games. He has the ability to beat players and carry the ball upfield. Do you think Gareth Southgate will utilise him in the knockout stages? And if not, why not?
Phil answered: He certainly finished the season brilliantly at Crystal Palace but I just think other players, such as Anthony Gordon and Cole Palmer, have nudged ahead of him, although he did get on as a substitute against Denmark. Southgate could very easily utilise him in the knockout rounds but, at this stage, as a substitute. I totally agree his is a talented, dynamic and exciting player.