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Tyrone Mings set to make England debut against Bulgaria

England will qualify for Euro 2020 on Monday if they beat Bulgaria, and Kosovo fail to win against Montenegro

Tyrone Mings pictured in England training kit inspecting the pitch ahead of Czech Republic game
Image: Tyrone Mings should get his opportunity to impress against Bulgaria

Tyrone Mings will make his England debut against Bulgaria on Monday night, Sky Sports News understands.

The Aston Villa centre-back has been in impressive form this season and now appears likely to feature for Gareth Southgate's side in Sofia.

SHREWSBURY, ENGLAND - JULY 21: Tyrone Mings of Aston Villa during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Shrewsbury Town and Aston Villa at Montgomery Waters Meadow on July 21, 2019 in Shrewsbury, England. (Photo by James Williamson - AMA/Getty Images)
Image: Mings played a key role in helping Aston Villa secure promotion back to the Premier League

The 26-year-old was called up to the England squad for the first time for the victories over Kosovo and Bulgaria during the last international break.

England's defensive frailties were exposed during the 2-1 defeat to the Czech Republic on Friday and Southgate looks ready to make changes.

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Harry Kane says the England players are focused on trying to beat Bulgaria on Monday and are not unduly concerned about potential off-field problems

Mings played a key role in helping Villa secure their return to the Premier League via the Sky Bet Championship play-offs last season.

His loan move from Bournemouth was made permanent over the summer as Dean Smith brought him to Villa Park for £20m.

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