Tottenham legend Paul Gascoigne is backing Liverpool striker Andy Carroll to have a big Euros.

He claims the 23-year-old - Gascoigne was also 23 when he shone in England's run to the 1990 World Cup semi-finals - is beginning to show the full extent of his ability.

And he joked that Carroll must have German links, given he is finding his best form when it matters most.

Gascoigne said: "The guy needs a boost and you never know what comes out of these tournaments.

"I came back from the 1990 World Cup as a hero and I'd like to think it wasn't just about the tears, but because of the passion I had for my country.

"I wish everybody well. But because Andy's a Geordie it'd be good for him - it would boost his morale because he's not had the best of seasons.

"But he's coming good. He must be a German - he's coming good towards the end."