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Toronto FC striker Defoe: England will struggle to replace Gerrard

Toronto FC star Jermain Defoe has paid tribute to former England teammate Steven Gerrard.

Defoe believes Gerrard's international retirement will be a huge loss for England.

The 34-year-old Liverpool midfielder announced on Monday he was ending his England career after 14 years and 114 caps.

Defoe said: "How do you replace someone like that? He is a special player."

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