Should Sam recall Terry?

Should Sam Allardyce try to tempt John Terry out of international retirement?

The England manager hinted he would be open to the idea this week. “Maybe if I get the opportunity, I might have to give him a ring,” he said, when quizzed on the Chelsea captain.

Terry hasn’t played for his country since a 5-0 win over Moldova in 2012, retiring on 78 caps in the midst of an FA charge for misconduct.

Since then, while England have struggled on the international stage, Terry has won the Premier League, Europa League and League Cup and maintained his reputation as one of the country’s top defenders.

Here we look at the case for and against Allardyce returning Terry to the England camp…

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Experience: Jamie Redknapp described England as “overcome by fear” during their infamous defeat to Iceland at Euro 2016 and there was an obvious sense of panic when they slipped 2-1 behind their unfancied opponents. It was the reaction of the second-most inexperienced team at the tournament. Only Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney had over 50 caps to their name; England had the youngest squad at the finals.

Terry, a former England captain and veteran of four major tournaments, knows all about the pressures of international duty. The four-time Premier League champion, five-time FA Cup winner and Champions League victor also brings extensive experience of winning major competitions to the table.

On the field, Terry’s experience has helped him to remain one of the Premier League’s top centre-backs, despite turning 35. Last season John Stones made three errors leading directly to Everton conceding a goal, according to Opta. John Terry hasn’t made any such errors for the past two campaigns, an example of his knowledge of his position, honed over 17 years in the top flight.

Leadership: Terry was appointed Chelsea captain in 2004 by Jose Mourinho and has since led the team through the most successful era in their history. Upon his arrival, new manager Antonio Conte, a former Juventus captain, was struck by Terry’s leadership qualities, praising his defender’s “personality and charisma”.

Renowned for his body-on-the-line, heart-on-his-sleeve style Terry is a leader in the traditional sense and often lifts the performances of those around him. “His charisma influences other players,” said Fabio Capello after watching Terry score against USA in a 2008 friendly. “He is a natural leader.”

Ability: “When I watch him play I always marvel at how technically good he is with …

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