Andy Townsend names three English right-backs he believes are better than Arsenal star Ben White
Arsenal defender Ben White isn't even in England's top three right-backs amid a possible return to international football.
That is the opinion of the ex-Chelsea and the Aston Villa star Andy Townsend amid reports that White is considering a return to the Three Lions following the departure of Gareth Southgate.
Arsenal star He ruled himself out of the selection for the England team before Euro 2024 with the club director, Edu Gaspar, communicating the decision of South Gate.
It comes after a mysterious fight during the World Cup in Qatar, where the right-back left the training camp early, being the last time he was part of the England squad.
But Townsend believes that White would struggle to get back into the England starting XI even if he was allowed in the first place, as the Three Lions possess some good talent there.
Speaking to Jamie O'Hara Speaking on Thursday morning's talkSPORT Breakfast, Townsend said: “I'm not sure Ben is in any better shape than a player.” Reece JamesI do not think it is.
“I don't think Ben is certainly a better right back than Kyle WalkerI don't think Kyle was at his best in the tournament (Euro 2024).
“I think Trent (Alexander-Arnold) is a lot better than White for me.”
O'Hara seemed surprised by Townsend's latest comment, who insisted White had a brilliant season. Arsenal.
Townsend continued: “He played very, very well and he's got that. I'm not denying the fact that he's a good player, Jamie.
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“If England, after what we've seen this summer, are looking to move forward and find other dimensions to get over the line in a competition, I don't think it will be by playing Ben White at right-back, I don't think he's that type of player.
“I think it's something else, so I'm not sure I'm above those guys anyway.”
White had a great season with Arsenal last season and was an important part of Mikel ArtetaThe defensive line of the team that conceded the fewest goals (29).
The former Brighton star also forged a brilliant connection with Bukayo Saka on the right side, contributing four goals and four assists in 37 Premier League games.
Walker and Alexander-Arnold also enjoyed fine seasons, winning the Premier League and Carabao Cup at Manchester City and Liverpool respectively.
James, meanwhile, endured a difficult campaign at Chelsea, where another injury-plagued season meant he only played ten times in the Premier League.
