Brighton striker Danny Welbeck scored his fourth goal of the season with a classy brace against Newcastle United at the Amex Stadium last Saturday.
The 34-year-old is in fine form and will look to add to his tally as he faces his old club Manchester United at Old Trafford this Saturday.
His eye-catching displays late in his career has reignited talk of an England recall as Thomas Tuchel prepares his squad for this summer's World Cup.
It may seem unlikely but it's not completely out of the question. The German head coach is not afraid to add experience to the squad, as call-ups and gametime for the likes of Dan Burn, 33, and Jordan Henderson, 35, prove.
Harry Kane is the undisputed main man of the attack but where does Tuchel go from there. What happens if Kane is injured, or if they need a proven performer for the final 30 minutes? There aren't too many genuine No 9s out there.
Here's Tuchel's main options... including Tottenham, Aston Villa, Newcastle and Chelsea stars
5. Ollie Watkins
Contributed well under Southgate in the last Euros and could have a role to play this summer if he stays fit and firing for Aston Villa. With Solanke struggling, Watkins looks the most likely understudy at this stage | Getty Images
6. Ivan Toney
The Al-Ahli striker has been linked with a move back to the Premier League this January which could boost his World Cup chances. The 29-year-old is scoring regularly in Saudi and must be in the thinking of Tuchel. A genuine No 9. | Getty Images
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7. BURNLEY, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Dominic Calvert-Lewin of Leeds United is challenged by Josh Cullen of Burnley during the Premier League match between Burnley and Leeds United at Turf Moor on October 18, 2025 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
Good to se him fit again and has one goal in six PL appearances for Leeds. A long way back in the pecking order at the moment but the 28-year-old could force his way into contention if he goes on a goal spree. An outsider. | Getty Images
8. Liam Delap
Performed well for Chelsea in the club World Cup but injured his hamstring in September and expected to be out until December. A No 9 who could have been in contention but he will need a sparkling second half of the PL season to force his way in. | Getty Images