Sport nationDominic Calvert-Lewin, Everton’s £100k-a-week striker, has expressed his desire to return to the England national team after a recent run of good form. Calvert-Lewin has struggled with injuries and form this season but has found his footing in recent weeks, scoring four goals in five games.
In an interview with Everton’s official website, Calvert-Lewin reflected on his season, saying: “I reflect on this season in a much better way than I perhaps would have six to eight weeks ago… I needed to get a goal and I was plugging away, working hard, and then when I got my goal, I knew once I got one, that would be it then. That’s how it goes in football being a center-forward.”
Calvert-Lewin’s return to form has been a welcome boost for Everton, who have struggled with profligacy in front of goal this season. The striker’s goals have helped the team enjoy a five-game winning streak at Goodison Park, and he is now hungry for more.
However, Calvert-Lewin faces stiff competition for a place in the England squad. Harry Kane, the England captain, is enjoying some of the best form of his life with Bayern Munich, while Ollie Watkins is also having a standout season. Additionally, Ivan Toney, Dominic Solanke, and Callum Wilson are all vying for a spot in the squad, making it a condensed pool of players competing for one place.
Despite the competition, Calvert-Lewin is determined to get back to where he belongs in the England team. He said: “I want to get back to where I belong in the England team. It’s been a slow build-up this season, I feel like I’ve got there eventually, and now I just want to continue this form.”
Calvert-Lewin’s unique speed and ability to hold up the ball make him a different option for England, and he will be hoping to continue his good form and force his way into the squad.
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Amina Umar