Jack Grealish admits he enjoys being likened to Paul Gascoigne – but insists he needs to shine at a major tournament with England before he will accept any comparisons.

The Aston Villa captain had a career-defining international break, breaking into the England team and performing to a high level.

Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate said after the Nations League defeat to Belgium on Sunday that Grealish had “100 per cent” jumped up the pecking order following a fine display.

“But as you get older you probably learn that you are a hero to a lot of young lads. You are a role model and you need to watch what you’re doing.

“That’s not saying I still won’t make mistakes, because I probably will, but I feel like I have grown up over the years.

“Hopefully I can carry on doing that. I am captain now of a Premier League club and I have got to take it all in my stride, because at the moment, I am just absolutely loving my life.”