Delap is natural Kane successor, says Scott

Liam Delap is the natural successor to Harry Kane in the England squad, according to Max Scott. Delap announced himself to Nottingham Forest fans with two superb goals against his former club Manchester City in a 3-1 victory. The 23-year-old has netted three goals in nine Premier League matches for Forest, but his all-round contributions have been widely praised.

Scott described Delap as an "absolute juggernaut" and the most obvious heir to Kane if he continues his current form. He added that Delap is not going to come anywhere near as close to Kane, but questioned who else could fill the role among English number nines.

Delap made a huge splash at Ipswich Town, scoring 12 league goals in his only season there before Chelsea paid his £30million release fee. He immediately helped the Blues win the revamped FIFA Club World Cup, but injuries and lack of game time disrupted his time at Stamford Bridge. Delap then secured a summer switch to the City Ground in a deal worth up to £50m and appears to be finding his feet again under Oliver Glasner.

Simon Jordan also endorsed Delap, stating he has the ability to replace Kane if he plays at the right club. Jordan praised his two fabulous goals against Manchester City.

Delap remains focused on helping Forest avoid a relegation battle but admitted playing for England is a childhood dream. He said performances on the pitch do the talking and if he keeps performing like this, "we’ll see."