Chelsea star and Liverpool target included in top players who could make their international debuts this week…
We could see a host of new faces take to the international stage this week, with a number of stars in line to make their debuts. With plenty of young blood and even a couple of initially overlooked veterans, this could prove to be one of the more exciting international breaks.
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Here are the top 10 players who could be set to make their international debuts:
10) Nathaniel Clyne – England – Southampton
Clyne has been in superb form for the Saints this season, with the club flying high and defying the odds as they remain in second place in the Premier League just behind Chelsea.
The 23-year-old right-back has matured greatly since his jump up to the top flight of English football, and his defensive stability has begun to match the threat he poses going forward.
Having been called up to the squad before but yet to make an appearance, surely this is his chance.
9) Jonas Hector – Germany – FC Koln
Hector has been fantastic at left-back for Koln this season, with the newly promoted side holding one of the best defensive records in the Bundesliga.
Germany have been suffering from a defensive crisis since the retirement of grizzled veterans Philipp Lahm and Per Mertesacker, so the 24-year-old will be looking to take his opportunity to break into the side this week.
8) Nolito – Spain – Celta de Vigo
Proof that hard work can pay off, 28-year-old Nolito finally looks set to get his first cap for Spain.
With Diego Costa dropped from the squad a number of players will be looking to lead the line, but the former La Masia star has an excellent chance of making an appearance.
7) Layvin Kurzawa – France – AS Monaco
Kurzawa has been exceptional for Monaco this season, and has been a large part of their defensive stability in the Champions League in particular.
With only Lucas Digne ahead of him in the pecking order, Kurzawa is sure to play a part in at least one of France’s upcoming matches.
6) Alvaro Morata – Spain – Juventus
After failing to make the grade at Real Madrid, Morata has enjoyed some success at Juve.
Like Nolito he will be hoping to take advantage of Costa’s absence and nail down a first team spot with Spain.
5) Jose Fonte – Portugal – Southampton
At 30-years-old Fonte has finally been given the recognition he deserves after a couple of fantastic seasons with Southampton.
With the departure of Dejan Lovren to Liverpool, Fonte has become the main man at the back for the Saints. He has some heavy competition from a number of international veterans, but there is definitely a possibility of him earning his first cap.
4) Jose Callejon – Spain – Napoli
Callejon has bee something of a revelation since joining Napoli, with the Spaniard netting eight times in 10 league appearances this season alone.
He will be looking to make a name for himself on the international stage, and if his club form is anything to go by then he shouldn’t have a problem doing so.
3) Kurt Zouma – France – Chelsea
The Blues star is unlikely to be first choice for Didier Deschamps, but he may still see game time this week.
As the hosts, France are automatic qualifiers for Euro 2016. This means that their upcoming international matches are both friendlies, the perfect opportunity to test Zouma on the big stage.
2) Ignacio Camacho – Spain – Malaga
A somewhat surprising call up considering the wealth of competition Spain has in midfield.
Camacho has been in excellent form for his club this season and may be rewarded with his first cap.
Sergio Busquets will no doubt be the first choice defensive midfielder, but there is a strong possibility that we will see an appearance from the Malaga man.
1) Saido Berhino – England – West Bromwich Albion
The English striker has been in unbelievable form this season, scoring seven goals in the Premier League already and attracting attention from the likes of Liverpool.
He also has a fantastic record for the Under-21s, scoring ten goals in his 13 appearances.
Danny Welbeck and Wayne Rooney will no doubt get the nod ahead of the West Brom star, but we should at the very least see a substitute appearance from the 21-year-old.