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Richard Cresswell backs Leeds United’s Kalvin Phillips for England

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Leeds United star Kalvin Phillips is playing at a top level in the Championship.

MIDDLESBROUGH, UK 9TH FEBRUARY. Kalvin Phillips of Leeds United scores his team's first goal to make it 1-1 in the 102nd minute during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough...

England produced an uninspiring performance against Czech Republic on Friday night to lose 2-1.

The midfield was an area which didn’t click at all, and Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips has once again been touted as a potential solution.

Former Leeds player and most recently their head of academy coaching Richard Cresswell posted a message talking up Kalvin Phillips for England.

Phillips was outstanding for Leeds last season and he has continued his terrific form this campaign too.

Phillips was subject of transfer interest from Premier League clubs this summer, with The Telegraph reporting Aston Villa to be most interested.

If Phillips had made a move to the top flight then there is every chance he would be in the England squad already.

If he can lead Leeds to promotion, then a Three Lions call is one the many rewards which will come his way.

Kalvin Phillips of Leeds United celebrates the goal scored by Pablo Hernandez during the match between the Western Sydney Wanderers and Leeds United at Bankwest Stadium on July 20, 2019 in...