Gareth Southgate mulls over massive England decision as Trent Alexander-Arnold may start in midfield at Euro 2024

It is being reported by The Times and The Telegraphthat the Liverpool right-back may have a spot in the centre of the field when England take on Serbia for the European Championship opener. Kyle Walker would then continue at right-back, with Kieran Trippier likely to deputise at left-back while Luke Shaw works his way back to full fitness.

The Three Lions' 1-0 loss to Iceland in their final warm-up match also saw Alexander-Arnold start in the middle of the field before he took over at right-back later in the game. Southgate has already revealed that he has not yet decided on who will partner Declan Rice in midfield as he will decide the same depending on the opposition. If Alexander-Arnold is to start in a midfield role, his competitors for the spot will be Kobbie Mainoo, Connor Gallagher and Adam Wharton.

The rumours had already started sparking over Alexander-Arnold's role in midfield after he was handed the No. 8 jersey by the Three Lions for the tournament, a number that is generally afforded to a starting midfielder. The shirt number has been worn by the likes of Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard and Paul Scholes.

It now seems likely that the Liverpool man will start in midfield when England take on Serbia in their Euro 2024 opener on Sunday, June 16 at Arena AufSchalke.