England's forgotten star eager to play for Thomas Tuchel at World Cup after scoring 28 goals this season

Toney has been nothing short of sensational during his time in the Middle East, bagging 58 goals from 76 appearances.

He's already hit 28 across all competitions this term, with 20 of those in the league, meaning he's challenging Cristiano Ronaldo for the Golden Boot award.

Toney has made seven appearances for England throughout his career so far, with six coming under Gareth Southgate.

The 29-year-old managed just a brief two-minute cameo under Tuchel back in June as the Three Lions lost 3-1 to Senegal at Nottingham Forest's City Ground.

Speaking to Sky Sports, however, the ex-Newcastle and Brentford striker admitted that he'd love to make England's World Cup squad this summer.

"It would mean a lot [to go to the World Cup]," Toney said.

"I have never played at a World Cup. It would be a dream; everyone dreams of that.

"If we were to win it, that would be so big for the country. You have visions of what could happen. If it comes true, it would be a blessing."

Toney also suggested that playing in extreme heat in Saudi could work in his favour, with temperatures set to be high for the competition that will take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

"Maybe [I could bring an advantage due to the heat]," he continued.

"There are great players in the squad and some top English strikers, so I guess everyone will have an opportunity, as everyone will be able to adapt to the heat, but you can say I'm a bit more used to it than others. It's tough because you have to change your game slightly.

"You can't be running around crazy because otherwise you run out of steam. You have to be more strategic with the runs you make.

"I guess I won't have to adapt. I've played in 30-plus degrees here, and I feel like I'm adapted to it.

"All I can do is keep scoring goals. That gives me the best chance possible.

"It could be my last chance. It's [about] whatever is best for the country; the coach will pick the team and you have to respect that.

"I feel much fitter and the stats speak for themselves. My running stats are also high.

"I don't want to just sit back and relax; I am working harder and my stats show it. I am helping those around me. He would be getting a goalscorer who is hungry to play.

"Yes, I'm on a big salary, but I still want to be doing well, it's not the time to be sitting back to relax. I want to try and achieve big things."

Toney has been linked with a Premier League return ever since his departure. The door, he insists, remains open.

"Never say never," he said. "I have goals I want to achieve here first, the club have signed me for a long period of time.

"I want to repay them and bring trophies. In football and life, you never know what's around the corner. Who knows what the next step is?

"I'm comfortable here and like being here. I'm doing well, my numbers speak for themselves and I'm settled. I'm enjoying my football and don't see why I'd leave to go back to where I was."