Hughton And Hughes On The 'Man Of The Moment'

Last updated : 14 November 2010 By Footy Mad - Editor

Chris Hughton: "He is a young player who we have wanted to make very good progress - he has done exactly that. He has added goals to his game.

"He is very different to most other strikers and he couldn't have done any more this season to stake a claim (for England).

"When we decided to give him that number nine shirt, it was because we felt he could very much develop into that role, and he couldn't have done any more than he has done."

Fulham boss Mark Hughes: "He will certainly make an impression. Whether or not he would be able to go straight in and cement a place long-term, that's a different debate.

"But if he was involved, he would certainly make people sit up and take notice of him, certainly in opposition.

"He's a difficult player to deal with and if he gets the right service, which on occasions he has had this season, then he's a real threat and you have to acknowledge that."