Kevin Phillips has paid testament to former team-mate Peter Crouch, believing the Liverpool striker can have a huge impact for both The Reds and England.
Phillips played alongside Crouch at Southampton, and he believes that the target man will show his worth at the highest level.
"His height is a massive attribute," Phillips told Sky Sports News. "He's obviously one of the biggest centre forwards in the league but people don't realise what great feet he's got.
"He's not the quickest but he's no slouch. He will hold his hand up and say he's not the quickest but he's got quick feet and he can read the game well.
"His game has come on tremendously in the past year and his finishing as well is so composed.
"His all round game is coming on tremendously and, for me, he will only get better as he plays more and more for Liverpool."
Phillips believes that Crouch would be an ideal foil for Michael Owen in the England side.
"I can only speak for myself but I'm sure Michael Owen would benefit from playing alongside someone of Crouchy's stature," he said.
"We always played well, always scored and complemented each other so I'm sure Michael and Crouchy can form a great partnership for England."