Jamie Redknapp has expressed his surprise that West Ham United defender Max Kilman was not included in the latest England squad. Redknapp praised Kilman’s performances for West Ham, highlighting his ability to play out from the back and lead by example. He described Kilman as a “modern-day centre-back” who is “very comfortable on the ball” and “very good defensively”.

Redknapp’s comments came after West Ham’s 3-1 defeat to Manchester City, in which Kilman impressed despite the loss. The defender has been a standout performer for West Ham since his £40 million move from Wolves in July.

Kilman’s ability to carry the ball out of defense and initiate attacks has been a key feature of his game, and Redknapp believes he has the quality to play for England. He said: “I was surprised when I looked at that England squad this week, I thought he might have just got in there because he’s a ball-playing centre-back.”

Redknapp’s praise for Kilman is echoed by West Ham fans, who have been impressed by the defender’s performances so far this season. With his leadership and defensive skills, Kilman is seen as a key player for West Ham’s future success.

In other news, West Ham’s second-highest earner could still leave the club despite the transfer window closing. The club is looking to bring in another centre-back to bolster their defensive options, with a number of quality defenders available on a free transfer.