Garner’s intelligence and football IQ was on display in Belgium, where he played at centre-back during the first half before moving forward into midfield for the second period. The physically imposing youth product believes he is benefitting from that versatility on the pitch.



“I enjoy playing in different positions,” James told us in Brugge. “As long as I am on the pitch I don't really care whether I play at centre-back, in midfield, at right-back, or wherever. I am not really bothered as long as I am playing.



“But, as you come from centre-back into midfield, or from midfield into centre-back, you appreciate the positions of your fellow team-mates that they’re playing in. It helps you more if you can play at centre-back and centre-mid I think.”

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