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Putting the W in Walkes: Anton gets the job done

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When you think of the perfect fullback, what do you picture in your mind? I think of a diminutive, agile, speedy player. A player who will throw himself into challenges, a player who has lungs of a triathlete, and an ability to whip in crosses. I think of players like Dani Alves, Danny Rose, Kyle Walker and Marcelo.

I do not think of a player like Anton Walkes. At first sight, the 20-year old defender from Lewisham, London, England seems a bit awkward shoved out on the right flank. He’s tall and muscular — built more like a center back or a target forward.