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Martin Keown Insists Eric Dier Can Become 'Top Centre Half' Should He Make Improvements to His Game

Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown has revealed he believes Eric Dier can become a top central defender, should he make the required improvements to his game.

Dier has played as a central defender and a central midfielder during his career at club level with Sporting CP and Tottenham as well as at international level with England, with the 24-year-old currently preferred as a holding midfielder.

He has been an effective member of Tottenham's midfield since he transitioned to his new position, although is a versatile player and has been used as an extra defender on a number of occasions, with one Premier League legend in particular offering an alternative suggestion.