Following in other former Blade Phil Jagielka’s footsteps, whose faultless performance against the world’s number one team on Saturday, Walker’s stand out game on Wednesday has put the pressure on England’s usual right back Glen Johnson.
After a rise through United’s youth ranks Kyle Walker found his way into the first team during the closing stages of the 2009/10 season. However, alongside Kyle Naughton both full-backs attracted the attention of Tottenham and left United that Summer for a combined fee of 9million.
After being loaned back to United for half a season. His subsequent rise has been momentous and has resulted in a call up to the England team. His performance on Tuesday consisted of all the attacking qualities Blades fans will have been used to but we also saw a solid defensive performance back it up.
With a solid season at White Hart Lane and continued inclusions in England squads could see along with Gary Cahill and Phil Jagielka three former Blades representing the country in Poland and the Ukraine next year.
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