England urged to drop Bukayo Saka! Ashley Cole insists Arsenal star must 'rest' against Slovenia as Three Lions seek morale-boosting win

The former Arsenal and Chelsea defender has advised the Three Lions boss to bring in Newcastle United sensation Anthony Gordon on the left flank while shifting Phil Foden to the right. Foden, who was named Manchester City's Player of the Season in the 2023/24 campaign, has failed to live up to the expectations in the ongoing Euro 2024.

Several pundits have pointed out that the 24-year-old has failed to adjust on the left side as he is used to playing either from the right side or as a number 10.

If Southgate decides to switch the City attacker's position, he must drop Saka to the bench. However, Cole believes that the Gunners star could use the opportunity to get some much-needed rest. Saka was instrumental in feeding Jude Bellingham with a cross from which the Real Madrid midfielder found the back of the net against Serbia in England's tournament opener.

Speaking to beIN Sports, the ex-England international said, "I would like to see Anthony Gordon play from the left, I would like to see Foden playing on the right because I feel he’s been unfairly dug out. You can still see it as a rest for Saka. I would like Foden to show the world how good he is because we know.

"I feel he’s been unfairly criticised playing out of position. People might go well he’s a world-class player, he should be able to adapt. Fair point I understand that. But what I see of him playing for Man City I would like to see him play there."

Southgate's men will aim to end the group stages on a high as they look to secure three points against Slovenia on Tuesday and head into the round of 16 as group toppers.