Time to map out a plan for Villa's future
- Says blogger Matthew Turvey
Carew backs Milner for England
Friday 5th June 2009, 10:42AM BST.
John Carew has backed James Milner’s England credentials after suggesting his Villa team-mate is worth more than the £12million Villa paid for him.
Winger Milner, 23, hopes to make his England senior debut in the World Cup qualifier against Kazakhstan, after Michael Carrick’s withdrawal led to his late call-up from the under-21s.
Villa still have three representatives in Fabio Capello’s squad despite Gareth Barry joining Manchester City this week, with Milner joined by Emile Heskey and Ashley Young in the party.
Norwegian international Carew believes Milner, who became Villa’s club record signing when he joined from Newcastle last August, has proven he belongs in the company of Three Lions internationals.
The striker said: “James has been fantastic for us. He has been one of our best players this season.
“He is right up there with Gabby Agbonlahor and Ashley when it comes to importance in the team.
“He has proved he is worth the price tag, maybe even more, not only in the games but in the way he trains.
“He is in the top three in training every day. He never has a bad day. He is always good for us.”
But Young and Milner are both likely to find themselves on the bench.
Business Awards
Read the full story here
Full coverage of awards celebrating the region's best businesses.
Lifestyle
Interactive Dining Out map
Hundreds of reviews by the Express & Star and Shropshire Star's teams to help you decide where to eat.
LIVE traffic updates
Road, rail and airport - latest
Our new, live traffic and travel updates service - check before you set out.
OUR NEW APP
Get the new E&S app
Download the Express & Star’s new app to your iPad or iPhone to get one week of access to our digital newspapers absolutely FREE.