Fast-forward just for a moment. It's June, it's the Euros, lockdown is over and the biggest point of discussion across the country is, assuredly, England's midfield make-up at a major tournament.
Wishful thinking perhaps? Time will tell. What isn't uncertain though is Gareth Southgate's incredible depth of creative midfielders to choose from this summer, with a number of players in contention starring for their clubs in recent months.
Even Jesse Lingard, who has virtually spent a year on the sidelines twiddling his thumbs at Manchester United, has jumped back into the frame courtesy of a breathtaking start on loan at West Ham.