Grip impressed by Stead

Stead has helped steer Blackburn away from the bottom three

Blackburn striker Jonathan Stead has been named as one of England's three most promising players by assistant national coach Tord Grip.

The 21-year-old, who only moved from Third Division Huddersfield in January, has scored several vital goals to steer Blackburn away from relegation.

Grip also picked out Arsenal's David Bentley and Leeds' James Milner.

"I have picked out these three but there are others too who are making excellent progress," said Grip.

"I like the Arsenal player David Bentley, he is a very promising player, then there is James Milner.

"It has not been easy for anyone at Leeds this season but he looks to have a bright future.

"Jon Stead, who has moved from Huddersfield to Blackburn, has also taken the eye," added Grip.