A few weeks ago you would've been carted off screaming and kicking for uttering the words "Capello could do worse than look at Carlton Cole".
You would probably still find yourself the subject of much derision if you started a conversation in the pub with the same line now - even after his fourth goal in four games.
However, those who watch West Ham regularly will say that the only thing missing in Cole's armoury is the ability to put the ball in the net - granted - quite a big drawback for a centre-forward.
He holds it up better than almost anyone in the league. He is physically imposing, fairly fast and has a decent football brain.
The only problem was that if he was in the area with the ball at his feet and the goal gaping - you still wouldn't bet your mortgage on him scoring... until now!
The messages from Chadwell Heath have always been that Cole is awesome in training.
Former Chelsea manager - and Capello's friend - Claudio Ranieri said Cole was the best young player he had ever worked with.
'Cole for England' anyone?
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