Peter Crouch would be great value for an England World Cup spot, says Stoke team-mate Erik Pieters

Peter Crouch is a perfect back-up striker for England, says Stoke team-mate Erik Pieters

Peter Crouch would be great value for a spot in England's World Cup squad for Russia 2018, according to Stoke defender and team-mate Erik Pieters.

Crouch, who has scored 22 goals in 42 caps for England, has not featured for his country since November 2010 though Pieters believes the 36-year old would be a solid "plan B" option for next year's finals.

England secured their World Cup qualification after topping Group F with eight victories from their 10 games. and manager Gareth Southgate will now be turning his attention to selecting his squad for eight months time.

Image: Crouch has scored three goals in seven appearances for Stoke in all competitions this season

Despite not representing England for seven years, Crouch has proved a model of consistency in the Premier League with Stoke City and has already scored three goals this season.

And teammate Erik Pieters believes the striker can add important back-up to England through his notorious threat from set-pieces.

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Watch the video above to see the Stoke wing-back support Crouch for Russia 2018.

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