Reborn Ross puts name in Hat for Lions

ROSS BARKLEY is helping to evolve Luton into a Premier League outfit and reviving his England chances.

Hatters boss Rob Edwards (above) says he “loves” Barkley’s style and the midfielder has helped Luton hit four goals against both Brighton and Newcastle in a week.

Barkley ran the game in the first half, looking the outstanding star on the St James’ Park pitch.

Edwards said: “He was great and we love him. He wasn’t perfect, there were still one or two more things I want from him – and he knows – but he’s a huge part of us being able to evolve and change.

“Since he’s been back in the team and consistently fit, we can take the ball more and have more control.

“We can work on other things I wasn’t necessarily able to do before. He’s a really important player for us.”

Asked about a return to the Three squad, Edwards added: “I don’t want to create big headlines.

“Gareth Southgate is very good at his job and he knows far more than me. All I know is that I love Ross and he’s playing really well.”

The former Chelsea star described the amazing 4-4 draw as like a “basketball game” after scoring one and getting an assist.

Barkley said: “I think teams might be really surprised at how good we are now.

“They played well, we played well. It was an entertaining game and a good one to be a part of.

“It’s always nice to score a goal, especially here at St James’ Park. Newcastle are a great club with great fans and it is nice to get a goal here and get the point.

“We are all proud of each other. We have played three games this week and every one has been positive.

“We have got that neversay-die attitude and that comes from the manager and the staff.”