Belgium midfielder says camp is "sad" following Thierry Henry's departure
Sunday 14 October 2018 12:45, UK
Jadon Sancho can be "one of the best wingers in the world", according to his Borussia Dortmund team-mate Axel Witsel.
The 18-year-old's performances in the Bundesliga - registering one goal and six assists in 214 minutes - caught the eye of Gareth Southgate leading to him becoming the first player born this millennium to be called up by England.
Sancho came on as a 77th-minute substitute in Friday's 0-0 behind closed doors draw against Croatia in the UEFA Nations League and could make his full-debut in Monday's match against Spain, live on Sky Sports.
Asked about the former Man City player, Witsel said: "He's really talented, he's fast, technical and a good guy also.
"With us [Dortmund] he's doing really well. I think if he stays like this and keeps working hard he can become one of the best wingers in the world."
Witsel is also in action during the international break, he could feature in Belgium's friendly against the Netherlands, who impressed beating Germany 3-0 on Saturday night, on Tuesday, live on Sky Sports.
However, they will be without Thierry Henry who has left his role as Roberto Martinez's assistant coach after being appointed Monaco's new boss.
Witsel added: It's sad for us. But I think everybody knew before that Thierry wanted to be a coach. This is football and we are happy to have had him for two years.
"He brought a lot of experience, he was close to the players and speaking all the time with us. I think now he is ready and it is the right time for him to be a coach."