The 24-year-old was a surprise absence from Gareth Southgate’s 33-man preliminary squad ahead of this summer’s Euros, despite the fact that he has only started five Premier League matches this season.

And although James will not be in Germany this summer, Walker still considers the Chelsea captain to be the most ‘complete’ right-back in world football.

When asked to name the best right-back in the world, Walker affirmed: ” Reece James.

“He has everything. He can defend, attack, has technique, can use both feet, is a threat in dead ball situations, he is quick…

I think if I want to build a perfect right-back, I will use my strength, Achraf Hakimi’s speed, Joao Cancelo’s technique, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s passing, Dani Carvajal’s mentality and me Think James’ football brain.

But if I were to round them all up, I would say it would be Reece. He gives you a little bit of everything in a right-back role.”