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Deeney would offer England a different dimension - Foster

The Watford striker has been mentioned as a possible option for Gareth Southgate, with a club colleague talking up his claims to a Three Lions call-up

Troy Deeney would offer “a different dimension” for England were he to be called upon by Gareth Southgate, says Watford team-mate Ben Foster.

A potential selection at 30 years of age has been mooted for the experienced Hornets frontman.

With the Three Lions favouring a system which involves just one central striker, a physical presence is required to fill that role.

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