Jaliens backs Heskey to boost Newcastle Jets

The Jets, missing their marquee striker due to a knee injury suffered in pre-season, have failed to find the back of the net in three matches, losing their opener 2-0 to Sydney FC, before successive 0-0 draws at home against Perth Glory and away to Wellington Phoenix.

Former England international Heskey could be available for the F3 derby at home to Central Coast Mariners on Saturday, and Jaliens believes the centre forward's inclusion would be a major boost for Gary van Egmond's team.

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