After Capello was said to have contacted around 35 players regarding his squad, what are your options for the final 23 players you will have to submit by June 1?

Today’s news seems to focus on the possible return of Jamie Carragher to the England fold after his self-imposed exile during McClaren’s reign as manager. This is undoubtedly related to Rio Ferdinands’ lingering injury concerns throughout the season. He could provide cover in the middle, but whether he can cope with the best forwards in the world remains to be seen. McClaren failed to lure him, but now he appears to be ready. Another in the center is Ledley King who, despite his knee problems, has put in good performances for Spurs of late.

Capello was said to be happy about the fact that he was able to play 4 games in 15 days. I seem to remember another defender with questionable knees who played in the world cup and put on some of the performances of his life while he wasn’t training during games. Like the song ooh aah Paul McGrath used to say. JT and Rio will be safe for centre-back positions as long as they are fit, with A Cole and Glen Johnson at fullback. The weakest link here is Johnson, who is very strong attacking but a bit iffy defensively. A bad season with Liverpool has not helped.

The number 1 shirt is not clear and none of the owners is capable of specifying it as their own. In midfield you should be looking at Stevie G and Lamps with positions depending on the availability of Gareth Barry. Milner could also fill this role. Many people keep saying that Gerrard and Lampard cannot play together in the center. There is a growing group of supporters for the inclusion of Adam Johnson in the team, who shows great promise, but who may not have the stamina in some of the tougher games. Walcott has had an injury-plagued season and Lennon went down just when it looked like he was making the position his own.

Up front is Rooney and… whoever and whatever. And it could be Heskey, Bent, Defoe or Crouch and that’s assuming Rooney can stay in shape. Who said it was easy was the England coach. To you, Mr. Capello.