“Deano has been out for over a year, which is a long time, and has only been playing again for the last three games,” said Brooking. “We all know he has got ability, he has just got to work on that match fitness, do it consistently and get that sharpness back to get the spring and the confidence.
“After a long time out, that will take a bit of time. The balancing act is as to when the right time is for him.
“Everyone is aware that when you go into the England side where you play a game, whoever you are, you will have to perform.
“So you have got to be sure Dean is fully fit and raring to go.”
