Fans loving Ross Barkley’s ‘redemption arc’ as ex-Chelsea ace tipped to replace City flop in England squad for Euro 2024

HE starred against Arsenal, and Ross Barkley has now stole the show against the European champions.

The Luton Town midfielder, 30, was in irresistible form against Man City on Sunday.

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Ross Barkley played a starring role for Luton Town against Man City[/caption]

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Barkley’s all-action display had fans calling for an England recall for the ex-Chelsea ace[/caption]

The former Blues man played a significant role for the Hatters’ opener scored by Elijah Adebayo.

Although he couldn’t halt his side’s narrow 2-1 defeat, his performance had fans on X purring.

Some even suggested he should return to the England fold and replace Kalvin Phillips in the squad.

One fan wrote: “Hear me out…… This version of Ross Barkley with Rice and Bellingham in a midfield for England.”

A second posted: “Ross Barkley has really been class in the more holding role the last few weeks. If he keeps this up, deserves to be in contention for England over Kalvin Phillips surely.”

A third shared: ““If Ross Barkley keeps playing the way he is, could he be the answer to an England problem position at the Euros? Rice, Barkley and Bellingham could work very well.”

A fourth added: “Ross Barkley redemption arc. He’s taking England to Euro 2024 glory.”

While a fifth said: “Call me crazy, but Ross Barkley needs to play for England again.”

Barkley’s recent displays could give England boss Gareth Southgate a selection headache.

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The Chelsea flop, who also played for Nice, has 33 caps for the Three Lions.

His last appearance for his country came in the 6-0 defeat of Bulgaria in 2019, when he scored twice and provided an assist.

But, in recent times he has been well down the pecking order after struggling for form.