5 problems for Gareth Southgate to solve ahead of Euro 2020

#2 Harry Maguire's central defensive partner

John Stones had an awful game against Holland

One of the key lessons learned from the Nation's League should be the realisation that John Stones is not good enough to play international football.

Two dreadful mistakes on the ball cost England dearly in the semi-final. While Southgate was correct to defend him in public he must acknowledge that it is now time to consider other options to play alongside the ever-improving Harry Maguire.

One option if he can get a bit of luck with injuries is Liverpool's Joe Gomez. His absences with injury have prevented him from really establishing himself with club or country but the benefit of a good understanding with Trent Alexander-Arnold may also benefit England in the short and long term.

Other options to be considered include James Tarkowski and Michael Keane but neither player particularly impressed in 2018-19.

One man who has yet to be given any sort of opportunity is Newcastle United defender Jamaal Lascelles. Lascelles is not as good in possession as the other options but he has been a solid presence for Newcastle over the last two seasons. He is strong, athletic and reads the game well.

He is certainly worth a try.