Luke Harris

It’s the worst thing to have ever happened in international football. No, forget Paul Gascoigne’s miss at Euro ’96, nor is it Frank Lampard’s goal that never was at the 2006 World Cup.

Following the quotes of Jose Mourinho over the weekend, speculation has been rife that he is set to return to Chelsea.

Second season syndrome is often a difficult trait for any club to overcome.

Having secured the signature of Romelu Lukaku almost two years ago, it was fair to say that Chelsea had brought in one of the games most sought after youngsters.

It’s a well thought out conundrum that many a Tottenham Hotspur fan comes across from time to time, this season especially.

While Spain often heavily rely upon the exploits of their diminutive stars to pull victory out of the bag, there are times when the physical presence of a burly frontman comes in vital.

“Hmmm what football to watch this weekend. Premier League? No, it’s the international break. Serie A? No, it’s the international break. La Liga? No, it’s the international break. International break. International break. International break!”

As the games great strikers continue to establish themselves to stunning effect, it’s no shock to see football’s biggest spending sides take an interest in the likes of Radamel Falcao and Edinson Cavani, just two examples if you will.