Meet the England U21 side for this month's matches




After the excitement of the men's European Championship, the focus of the England faithful has shifted to the next generation.
There is a wealth of talent in England's U21 ranks, with many of the players already regulars in the Premier League, Championship and Bundesliga.
Here, we introduce five of the most exciting talents to watch out for in the upcoming England U21 matches against Finland, Romania and Germany.

Foden: City's Golden Boy
Phil Foden is widely regarded as one of the brightest young talents in world football. The midfielder made his debut for Manchester City at the age of 17 and has since gone on to become a key player for both club and country.
Foden is a versatile player who can play in a variety of attacking midfield positions. He is known for his excellent dribbling skills, creativity and an eye for goal.
Mount: Chelsea's Creative Spark
Mason Mount is another highly-rated young midfielder who has been impressing for Chelsea in recent seasons. The 22-year-old has already won the Champions League and UEFA Super Cup with the Blues, and he is now a regular in the England senior team.
Mount is a technically gifted player who is comfortable on the ball and has a wide range of passing skills. He is also a threat in front of goal, with a knack for scoring important goals.
James: Chelsea's Rising Star
Reece James is a versatile defender who can play at right-back or centre-back. The 21-year-old has been a key player for Chelsea in recent seasons and has also broken into the England senior team.
James is a strong and physical defender who is also comfortable on the ball. He is a good passer and crosser, and he also poses a threat in the air.
Bellingham: Dortmund's Wonderkid
Jude Bellingham is one of the most exciting young midfielders in the world. The 18-year-old joined Borussia Dortmund from Birmingham City in 2020 and has quickly become a key player for the German club.
Bellingham is a box-to-box midfielder who is known for his energy, athleticism and passing skills. He is also a good tackler and interceptor.
Greenwood: United's Goal Machine
Mason Greenwood is a prolific goalscorer who has been making waves at Manchester United in recent seasons. The 19-year-old has already scored over 30 goals for the Red Devils and has also broken into the England senior team.
Greenwood is a natural finisher who is comfortable with both feet. He is also a good dribbler and passer, and he is a threat from both inside and outside the box.