John Stones' position in the England team is under scrutiny after Chris Sutton suggested Thomas Tuchel should drop him for the upcoming match against Ghana.
## What happened?
Stones started in England's 4-2 win over Croatia, completing 87 minutes, but Sutton believes Ezri Konsa and Marc Guehi are better defenders.
The former Manchester City defender has made 13 World Cup appearances, despite starting only five Premier League games last season due to injury issues.
## Why it matters for John Stones
Sutton's comments come as Stones' club future remains uncertain, with no team confirmed for next season.
And this uncertainty may impact his chances of starting for England, with Tuchel facing a tough decision.
## What comes next?
Tuchel must weigh the experience of Stones against the athleticism and attributes of Konsa and Guehi.
Konsa was Tuchel's preferred choice in qualification, with Stones and Guehi starting three games each on route to the World Cup.
The England manager will have to make a tough call, considering the strengths and weaknesses of each defender.
But Sutton is clear in his opinion, stating that Konsa and Guehi are the best defenders and should start against Ghana.
As the match against Ghana approaches, all eyes will be on Tuchel's team selection, and whether Stones will retain his place.
So the debate continues, with Stones' future in the England team hanging in the balance.
The 32-year-old defender will be hoping to prove Sutton wrong and secure his spot in the team.
With the World Cup underway, England will be looking to build on their win over Croatia and make a strong impression against Ghana.
And Stones will be eager to be a part of it, despite the uncertainty surrounding his club future.
The match against Ghana will be a key test for England, and Tuchel's team selection will be crucial.