Michael Owen has praised Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin after his standout performance in Leeds' 4-1 win over Newcastle United. Calvert-Lewin scored a goal in the match and received a standing ovation from the home crowd when he was substituted. The 29-year-old has been in fine form this season, scoring 15 goals across all competitions while staying injury-free for the first time in his career. Owen expressed surprise that Manchester United have not considered signing Calvert-Lewin to strengthen their attacking options, especially given the lack of reliable center-forwards in recent years. Former England and Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher described Calvert-Lewin as "unplayable" during the match, emphasizing how effectively he disrupted Newcastle's defense. Owen suggested that a bigger club like Manchester United might have taken a chance on Calvert-Lewin as a backup striker. Leeds manager Daniel Farke has been instrumental in keeping Calvert-Lewin focused and fit, allowing him to play almost every game, a marked improvement from previous seasons when injuries frequently hampered his progress. Manchester United signed Benjamin Sesko for £74 million last summer, but the team has struggled to find a consistent alternative to Sesko in the forward line. When Sesko has been sidelined or benched, manager Michael Carrick has relied on players like Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha to lead the attack. Teddy Sheringham, who played as a center-forward during Sir Alex Ferguson's successful "treble" season, believes the current squad lacks the variety and experience needed to effectively lead the line. Sheringham explained that a lone striker must be able to hold up the ball, run behind defenders, and score goals, which requires both skill and confidence. While he acknowledges Sesko's potential, he believes the young forward lacks the experience to consistently perform in that role. Sheringham's comments highlight the ongoing challenge Manchester United face in finding a reliable center-forward to complement their attacking options.