Some of those revolve around Manchester United and Manchester City stars. One of the big debates comes in midfield and who might partner Declan Rice with Kobbie Mainoo’s rise last season having thrust him right into contention.
Luke Shaw is in the squad as the only natural left back but has not played since February so it is not clear when he will be fit to start. John Stones has also been in and out of training in the run up to the opening game.
Then there is the question of Phil Foden and where exactly he might line up in Southgate’s set-up as he tries to fit in Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka and maybe even former City man Cole Palmer after his stunning season at Chelsea.
Based on recent reports and what Southgate has said in the build-up, here is how England could line-up against Serbia in Group C on Sunday night.
Then there is the question of Phil Foden and where exactly he might line up in Southgate’s set-up as he tries to fit in Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka and maybe even former City man Cole Palmer after his stunning season at Chelsea.
![Arsenal's star boy is another talent who cannot be overlooked when it comes to selecting Southgate's strongest XI.](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/06/15/10/57/GettyImages-2156606426.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
9. RW: Bukayo Saka
Arsenal's star boy is another talent who cannot be overlooked when it comes to selecting Southgate's strongest XI. | Getty Images
![Southgate has a lot of talent in his attack this year and it's a very interesting headache to have, especially as others have been brutally axed. However, Foden will more than likely get the nod against Serbia based on his form and experience.](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/06/15/10/48/GettyImages-2156605875.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
10. LW: Phil Foden
Southgate has a lot of talent in his attack this year and it's a very interesting headache to have, especially as others have been brutally axed. However, Foden will more than likely get the nod against Serbia based on his form and experience. | Getty Images
![Kane is another nailed on starter for England when fit and will be crucial in their run through Euro 2024 if they want to push all the way to the end.](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/06/03/9/09/GettyImages-1326837457.jpg.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
11. ST: Harry Kane
Kane is another nailed on starter for England when fit and will be crucial in their run through Euro 2024 if they want to push all the way to the end. | Getty Images