Scotland are reportedly ready to poach for Premier League players away from Gareth Southgate’s England set-up.
Heading into Euro 2024, which is set to be held in Germany next summer, England are one of the favourites to go all the way.
Three years ago, the Three Lions fell to an agonising defeat against Italy via penalties.
Southgate will be looking to name a squad capable of going one step further in the summer.
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However, it has been reported that England’s neighbours, Scotland, are eyeing up four players that they want to lure away from Southgate’s grasp.
According to Scotland’s assistant manager, John Carver, they are targetting four Newcastle United stars.
He told Chronicle Live: “At Newcastle, there are four [that we have scouted] actually. Elliot Anderson, Tino Livramento, Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes. We are always looking to add quality to the group. But we want players that want to be part of the journey.
“Some of the lads at Newcastle mentioned are just starting their careers at St James' Park and really need to concentrate on that first before they talk about which country they want to play for.
“That's the important part. I know I have been at Newcastle for a long time.”
Carver continued: “The two youngsters such as Elliot and Anthony are different to somebody like say Harvey Barnes.
“Harvey has been called up by England and not had opportunities. Let's see what happens when Harvey is fit again.
“Anthony will make his decision when he needs to. England will force the issue because they would be mad not to. The four at Newcastle are just a handful. There are many others out there and we are always looking to improve and make things better.”
At the moment, Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes is sidelined after suffering a foot injury back in September. The 25-year-old is expected to be back in the new year.
Topics: England, Gareth Southgate, Scotland, Euro 2024, Football
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