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England's Demarai Gray celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates (REUTERS)
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Leicester City ace impressed as England’s under-21 side

England's Dominic Iorfa and Demarai Gray during trainingEngland’s Dominic Iorfa and Demarai Gray during training

Demarai Gray was named as a surprise starter for England’s under-21 side as he replaced Tammy Abraham up front against Poland.

Gray quickly proved himself by doing what Abraham couldn’t in England’s opening two matches, score a goal.

The Leicester City man was a bright presence in attack, causing trouble for Poland throughout.

England's Demarai Gray celebrates scoring their first goal with teammatesEngland’s Demarai Gray celebrates scoring

His performance had watching Tottenham fans in awe, hopeful that he turns out to be one of their transfer priorities this summer.

The tricky winger has been linked with a move a Spurs earlier this transfer window, with The Mail reporting last month they are among the teams monitoring Gray’s situation.

Tottenham are yet to make any signings so far this transfer window, and are crying out for additions on the wing and have seen potential targets like Wilfried Zaha slip from their grasp.

Leicester City's Demarai Gray celebrates scoring their third goalLeicester City’s Demarai Gray celebrates

Gray, 20, has found it tough going at Leicester since signing despite playing a role in their title winning campaign in which he joined midway through from Birmingham City.

He started only nine Premier League games last season, scoring once and providing three assists.

Leicester might not sell easily, but Tottenham fans are convinced that a move to North London will help the winger unlock his clear potential…