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Laurie Martin

Rio Ferdinand gives decisive verdict on Reece James vs Trent Alexander-Arnold debate

'Who is England's best right back?' is often a debate had among Premier League followers. The Three Lions have an abundance of high-quality options in the position, including Chelsea's Reece James, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Kyle Walker.

The Chelsea full-back was given the nod by Gareth Southgate in England's 1-0 defeat to Italy on Friday evening, with the 22-year-old selected over Alexander-Arnold, and Walker used at centre-back. It wasn't a great evening for James in what was a disappointing evening for England as they made it five games without a win.

James appears to have the upper-hand on Alexander-Arnold when it comes to a starting berth for the Three Lions with just under two months of Premier League action left until the start of the World Cup.

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