Sven Hints At Using Gerrard In Striker Role
(Goal.com) - England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson has hinted using Liverpool's Steven Gerrard as a second striker if Wayne Rooney fails to recover from his broken foot in time for the World Cup finals, which begin next month.
England have been looking for a 'plan B' since the Manchester United star suffered the injury in a Premiership match with Chelsea and it appears Gerrard will be pushed forward to compensate for Rooney's loss.
"Steven Gerrard can play in a lot of positions and one is as a second striker," said the Swede.
"I'm sure he could play as first striker but a lot depends on Rooney."
Eriksson added: "I have known for many years that Gerrard can play in a lot of positions.
"We haven't decided yet but he's useful wherever he plays. After 25 May we will know much better what's happening with Wayne Rooney.
"I hope we play with Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen but once again Steven Gerrard is an option there."
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