10 Midfielders That Will Be In Roy Hodgson's Provisional England Squad (And 1 That Won't)

5. Michael Carrick - Man Utd

Caps: 29 Goals: 0 A difficult selection. Carrick has not enjoyed his finest season with Man Utd but it would be harsh to single him out for criticism in a group of collective underachievers. Only last year the Geordie midfielder looked to be a mainstay of England's central midfield and he was in the starting line up last October in the victory over Poland that secured the World Cup spot. However, Utd's failings this season have seen him come under intense scrutiny and his reputation has subsequently fallen. He is an excellent passer of the ball and keeps the game ticking over but critics will assert that he can offer little besides that. With other players competing for his position able to offer a goal threat or set piece expertise it may be the case that Carrick is named in the provisional squad but is subsequently left on standby for the final 23.