Arsene Wenger believes Danny Welbeck’s late-season flourish and versatility will be enough to secure a place in England’s World Cup squad.
Welbeck has scored five goals in six games for Arsenal, having rediscovered his rhythm and sharpness following a long struggle with injuries.
The 27-year-old striker, whose strike at CSKA Moscow on Thursday helped clinch a place in the Europa League semi-finals, has not started an England game for more than two years but was recalled last month by Gareth Southgate and won his 37th cap against Holland.
‘That reminded him that he is not completely forgotten,’ said Arsenal boss Wenger.