Despite being 5'10, the 18-year-old Arsenal talent is no stranger to the physical demands of top-flight football. However, standing next to Burn, who measures at 6'7, was a whole new experience. The Newcastle man towers over most players, and Lewis-Skelly was no exception when they crossed paths at St George’s Park.
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WHAT LEWIS-SKELLY SAID
Struggling to contain his amusement, Lewis-Skelly exclaimed: "Nah, this is too much! Oh my goodness. This is a joke."
Burn, who is accustomed to such reactions, responded in a lighthearted manner, saying: "Everyone gets it, mate."
While their initial meeting was filled with friendly banter, there is a chance that Lewis-Skelly and Burn could be competing for a place in England’s starting XI. The Arsenal youngster has thrived as a left-back this season, a position where England lack depth, making him a strong contender for the upcoming match against Albania on Friday. On the other hand, Burn has been primarily used as a centre-back this season but could be shifted to left-back by manager Thomas Tuchel if required.