England captain Wayne Rooney hails 'incredible' Tottenham ace Harry Kane

MANCHESTER UNITED striker Wayne Rooney has heaped praise on Harry Kane, and believes the Tottenham ace's call-up to the England squad is refreshing.

Harry Kane Player Profile

Kane has been in sensational form for Spurs this term, plundering 29 goals in all competitions.

The 21-year-old earned his first senior call-up last Thursday for tomorrow's Euro 2016 qualifier against Lithuania (7.45pm) and the friendly against Italy next Tuesday (7.45pm).

Rooney has been very impressed with Kane this season, and believes Kane's call-up is great for English football.

"First of all, the season Harry Kane has had is incredible," Rooney said.

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Harry Kane training with the senior England squad

It is great for English football to have someone performing like he is

Wayne Rooney

"His first year in the Premier League, the goals he has scored and his performances mean he has deserved his call-up. 

"He is a finisher, as we saw against Leicester. 

"It is great for English football to have someone performing like he is."

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