Fraizer Campbell is the surprise name in the England squad in the countdown to Euro 2012.

Stuart Pearce has named his selection for Wednesday's friendly with Holland at Wembley.

It is a remarkable turnaround in fortunes for Campbell, who spent 17 months out with injuries.

The striker has only recently returned but has impressed in that short time. He has scored two goals in five matches since making his comeback against Middlesborough last month.

On hearing the news, Campbell tweeted: 'Absolutely delighted to be part of the England team. Been the longest and hardest 18 months of my life and feel truly honoured to be given a chance.'

Caretaker Pearce, who take charge after Fabio Capello's departure, said: 'I know Fraizer quite well as I've take

Delight: Fraizer Campbell has been handed an unexpected chance with England

'He's come back into the Sunderland team and given them a real lift. I spoke to Martin O'Neill and he spoke very highly of him. I think he's an exiting young talent and I think he'll thrive coming into the squad next week.'

Black Cats boss O'Neill told his club website: 'There are some terrific players there and getting a place in the squad is extremely difficult.

'He has only had a couple of games back. It's a boost, even just to be involved for a few days.

'It's fantastic. Whether he does or doesn't play, to me, is immaterial at this stage.

'The news is a great boost - I think it would have been a bit of a surprise for him. If he gets the opportunity, it would be great to take it.'

Campbell himself responded to his call-up via Twitter.

He tweeted: 'Absolutely delighted to be part of the England team. Been the longest and hardest 18 months of my life and feel truly honoured to be given a chance.'

The former Manchester United man now joins Wayne Rooney, Darren Bent, Danny Welbeck and Daniel Sturridge as the strikers in a youthful 25-man squad that also includes Manchester City full-back Micah Richards.

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