Source: Daily_Mail
With Beckham ruled out who will replace midfield star in England squad?
David Beckham's likely absence from the World Cup leaves England manager FabioCapello with a dilemma.[LNB]Beckham was in line to make it to his fourth finals because of his vast experience and ability to deliver a perfect ball.[LNB]With Aaron Lennon also a doubt to make the finals, we assess the candidates to play on the right-hand side for England in South Africa.[LNB] Agony: David Beckham is set to miss out on the World Cup[LNB]THEO WALCOTT[LNB]His pace has never been in question, only his decision-making and final ball. Made telling contributions recently in the dramatic win over Hull and victory over Burnley.[LNB]JAMES MILNER[LNB]Spent the first 18 months of his Aston Villa career on the right side of midfield before moving into his current role in the middle. Versatile and adaptable.[LNB] Versatile: James Milner has been in superb form for Villa this season[LNB]SHAUN WRIGHT-PHILLIPS[LNB]He can be tricky and quick but it has been an indifferent season for one of Manchester City's favourite sons, who was substituted at Sunderland on Sunday.[LNB] ASHLEY YOUNG[LNB]Has the ability to switch flanks and there are signs he is maturing at Aston Villa under the guiding hand of Martin O'Neill. Faces a crucial last few weeks of the season.[LNB]JOE COLE[LNB]Would bring good experience to the England squad but has failed to nail down a regular place in the Chelsea side following a 10-month absence with a knee injury.[LNB] Possible replacement: Joe Cole scoring for England against Andorra in 2008[LNB]STEWART DOWNING[LNB]Like his Villa team-mate Young, Downing has the ability to switch wings and deliver a good ball. Making steady progress after being sidelined with a broken foot.[LNB]ADAM JOHNSON[LNB]The England Under-21 player is a good outside bet and his first goal for Manchester City at Sunderland, following a summer switch from Middlesbrough, was outstanding.[LNB] David Beckham loss is a 'big blow' admits Fabio Capello as England boss faces up to World Cup without injured star Beckham backed to return stronger after injury wrecks World Cup dreamDavid Beckham's England milestones: Sportsmail looks back on his international career after midfield star is ruled out of World Cup David Beckham highs and lows - from winning the double at United to World Cup heartache [LNB] [LNB]
