A squad worth £428m - but how good are England Under-21s?

England's European Championship Under-21 squad is filled with talent as they begin their title defence. Despite recent struggles by the senior side, the Young Lions led by Lee Carsley show promise for the upcoming 2026 World Cup with potential stars in their ranks. Key players Liam Delap and Jobe Bellingham had to withdraw from the squad due to recent transfers to Chelsea and Borussia Dortmund respectively, missing the opener against the Czech Republic. Despite their absence, the squad remains valuable at around £428.2m, offering hope and optimism for England's future prospects.