Predicting England's World Cup Squad

10. Ruben Loftus-Cheek

England Under 21 manager Gareth Southgate during the squad announcement at St George's Park, Burton upon Trent.
Adam Davy/PA Wire

Ruben Loftus-Cheek has by far the least experience of any player on this list, with just two international caps and 46 Premier League appearances spread across four seasons. However, over the last year the youngster has made the most of his loan to Crystal Palace, improving with almost every game.

While at Chelsea, Loftus-Cheek struggled to get a game ahead of the likes of N'Golo Kanté, Cesc Fabregas, and Eden Hazard, a season long loan to Premier League strugglers Crystal Palace has allowed the 22 year old to flourish, gaining vital first team experience.

Both international caps have come for Loftus-Cheek under Gareth Southgate, with the youngster earning the Man of the Match award against Germany after a solid performance.

As he did at Chelsea, Loftus-Cheek will likely struggle to find game time in Russia, but the experience will be incredibly valuable, and will only serve him well throughout his bright, bright future.

Contributor

This standard nerd combines the looks of Shaggy with the brains of Scooby, has an unhealthy obsession with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and is a firm believer that Alter Bridge are the greatest band in the world.