Fans think Peter Crouch has signed for a new club out of the blue.
Back in 2019, Crouch announced his retirement from professional football after a career that spanned more than 20 years.
The 6ft7 striker played for the likes of Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, Portsmouth and Southampton.
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Making more than 460 appearances in the Premier League, Crouch is one of the most well-known strikers of his generation.
Since retiring, Crouch has been appearing on TNT Sports as a pundit and is also a podcast host alongside former Capital Breakfast presenter Chris Stark and ex-footballer Steve Sidwell.
However, ahead of this weekend’s football fixtures, League One side Burton Albion has teased a big return on social media after posting a picture of Crouch holding up a shirt with his name and number on the back.
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The caption read: “A big return... 09.10.23 #BAFC #BackStronger.”
18th-placed Burton are set to take on Cambridge United on Monday, October 9, which could be a hint that Crouch is due to return.
Whilst it is currently unclear what capacity Crouch will be appearing, fans have been speculating on social media.
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One said: “He’s only 38. Get them crosses in for him!”
Another commented: “The robot out of retirement.”
A third fan added: “World class signing.”
Recently speaking on his podcast, Crouch gave his own views on the Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi debate.
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He said: “I don't know if I should say this or not. I feel if you say Ronaldo, you don't know football very well.
“I think Ronaldo is incredible - incredible - but I do look a little bit down on you if you say Ronaldo.”
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