DAVID MOYES believes Phil Jagielka’s pre-season form is evidence the centre-back can revive his international career.

Jagielka was the only outfield player to appear in every minute of Everton’s tour of Australia that saw victories over Sydney FC, Melbourne Heart and Brisbane Roar.

The defender was an outstanding performer for Moyes’s men during the final months of the season after returning to action in February following 10 months out with a serious knee injury.

It led to calls for Jagielka to be included in England’s World Cup squad, only for the 27-year-old to be overlooked by Fabio Capello.

However, following the national team’s dismal showing in South Africa, Capello is primed to name a much-changed squad for next month’s friendly against Hungary at Wembley.

And Moyes is convinced Jagielka can play himself back into international reckoning having earned his last cap 18 months ago.

“Jags was absolutely fantastic,” said Moyes.

“His two performances have made us realise how important he is to us and how important he may be to England in the future.”