Harry Winks has always been partial to an England top. As a boy, it was his favourite item of clothing — closely followed by his Tottenham shirt — and he played for his country at every youth level.
In adulthood, it seems to suit him equally well and was by no means too ‘heavy’ as he sparkled on his debut in Lithuania.
For those concerned about the void in the centre of Gareth Southgate’s team, Winks offered a sliver of hope, while his story defied the popular theory about modern footballers not caring for England.
‘He’s only ever had one dream,’ said his mother Anita.