While international recognition alone is a marker of just how well the striker has begun the season, the call-up also offers Rutter the chance to work under the management of one of, if not, the best Premier League striker of all time in Thierry Henry.
Henry is the current manager of France Under-21 squad and this is the first time he has picked the Leeds United striker since he took over the position in August. The international break could provide Rutter with the perfect opportunity to pick the former Arsenal forward’s brains.
This year, Rutter has been criticized for not having a clinical edge in front of goal. The 21-year-old has underperformed his xG of 4.97 [Fotmob], wasted a lot of good opportunities, and missed five major ones in the Championship thus far.
The Leeds striker demonstrated growth in his most recent appearance for Daniel Farke’s team, finishing as expected to help the Whites defeat league leaders Leicester City. However, he may be able to further refine his skills over the international break to become even more clinical.
Few can assist the Leeds forward in becoming more at ease when going for the goal than Henry, who has 175 Premier League goals to his credit. He might be a lot more complete forward when he returns from the international break.
Supporters of Leeds should only be concerned about whether the 21-year-old can play through the remaining games without being hurt, since it would be catastrophic for the Whites as they aim for the automatic promotion spots.
With some well-earned praise, perhaps, Rutter will return to Elland Road in top form and with a lot of confidence. For Leeds and the Frenchman, it might be a remarkable development for the rest of the season.
