The latest gossip from the England South Africa World Cup training camp is that Owen Hargreaves could find his way into the final squad this summer. Although the naming of the England squad for the South African World Cup is still weeks away, rumours are swirling that the long haired midfielder may get his spot back in the squad – and the same people who are spreading this rumour are saying that he may be the missing link in England’s central issues.

Owen Hargreaves at the South Africa World Cup?

Owen Hargreaves England

Hargreaves actually stands little chance of playing for Manchester United again this season, but his role in the centre of midfield and the passing and defensive ability that he can bring to the team may be crucial if England are going to be a factor in the World Cup Finals this summer.

Even though England almost went through the World Cup qualification unbeaten, winning nine of a possible ten matches, many commentators still question whether they can compete with the world’s best teams. Frank Lampard and Gareth Barry, both of whom seem to be firmly in Fabio Capello’s plans for the South Africa World Cup, are not ideally suited for protecting the back four – which is something that someone will need to have firmly on their to-do list.

We’ll keep monitoring the situation, and we hope that fans do get to see Owen Hargreaves at the South Africa World Cup.