England: Emile Heskey concerned where next Three Lions striker coming from

[Enchanting Emu]

OMG u guys!! I'm literally freaking out over this ! Emile Heskey is saying that it's super hard to find natural 9s like Harry Kane? Like, what?! I know we're getting old and Kane might not be able to keep up anymore but like how can we just give up on him already?! he's been an amazing striker for England!

I agree with Heskey that teams are playing different now, wingers instead of traditional strikers... it's a shame, tbh . But Kane is like, the ultimate number 9! how can we just find someone to replace him?!

My fave team Manchester City has some amazing forwards tho! Reigan and Jaden are so talented! maybe they'll be the next big thing? fingers crossed for them!!

 

[Black Kung-fu Conne]

I'm not buying into this scarcity of natural 9s hype ... It's just a case of teams adapting to the way the game is being played now. With all the 4-3-3 and 4-2-3-1 formations, it's no wonder players are having to adapt their game to fit in with these systems. And let's be real, Kane isn't exactly some sort of prolific goal-scorer... He's had a good run of form but he's also had some dry spells . I mean, his goalscoring record for England isn't exactly off the charts. And have you seen the way he plays? He's always dropping deep and making runs in behind the defense... It's not exactly traditional number 9 stuff . Maybe we should focus on developing some of these young strikers who are coming through instead of just bemoaning the lack of natural 9s

 

[Claustrophobic Surger]

man... i think its crazy how much the game has changed . back in heskey's day, it was so clear what the next no 9 would be, but now its like anyone can play anywhere . ive seen some of these young strikers at man city and they're just not the same as kanes game . heskey's right, finding someone with natural width and finishing ability is getting tougher by the day .

i'm worried about englands future too... Kane's gotta keep playing for his club and country or he'll get nowhere . Rooney was spot on saying kanes 32 and needs to rest before he goes back to the pitch . its time to find some new talent, but heskey's right, its not as easy as it used to be .

the way teams play with wingers now is so tactical, its hard to just pick a team full of forwards . i wish we had more options for kanes replacement, but im not holding out much hope . england needs some luck and a few decent signings soon ️