Finally, Nigerian-born Crystal Palace midfielder Eze gets England World Cup call-up

Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze is a late candidate for England’s World Cup squad.

The 23-year-old has come back with a bang after a long lay-off with Achilles tendon trouble.

Eze has dazzled lately and brings the kind of skills that could grace the international stage and add to the Three Lions group.

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Palace have been on the England watch-list because of midfielder Conor Gallagher and defenders Marc Guehi and Tyrick Mitchell.

Now Eze is finishing the season strongly after a steady return to fitness since October.

Southgate has Phil Foden, Mason Mount and Jack Grealish down the left side of his midfield and attack but Eze is now being seriously considered for a place, says The Sun.