Rangers star Connor Barron is set to make his Scotland national team debut for the third time.
Following his summer transfer from Aberdeen to Rangers, the 22-year-old has gained his first direct call-up to the Scotland squad.Rangers star set for international debut after ‘impressing’ controversial management.
However, Connor Barron has previously been involved in Steve Clarke’s Scotland team, having received two late call-ups owing to late call-offs.
Barron, who has yet to make his Scotland national team debut, hopes to put on the dark blue jersey in the coming week after ‘impressing’ the Scotland manager.
Connor Barron wins his first Scotland call.
Connor Barron has been a constant presence for Rangers, appearing in all 20 of the club’s games this season, including 18 starts.
The kid has had a steep learning curve since transferring to Ibrox, but Barron has earned the praise of supporters for his energetic, determined, and all-action displays.
Rangers fans are watching the midfielder’s progress in real time, as he is a positive passer who has injected vitality into an otherwise lethargic midfield.
Connor Barron now appears to be on the verge of taking the next step in his football career, with his first direct call-up paving the way for minutes in the coming week.
Scotland will play Croatia at Hampden before wrapping out a disappointing UEFA Nations League campaign away to Poland.
Steve Clarke is ‘impressed’ by Rangers midfielder
Given the circumstances, Scotland’s chances of progressing are slim, as the country is currently ranked last in UEFA Nations League A Group One.
As a result, the next few games, notably the encounter against Poland, could provide an opportunity for Steve Clarke to experiment with his underperforming team.
While Scotland drew 0-0 with Portugal last time out, with Rangers defender John Souttar named Player of the Match, Steve Clarke’s team has only won one of its last 16 games.
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