Scotland will return to Nations League action this week as they aim to retain their place in League A of the competition by defeating Greece in a relegation playoff.
Last week’s squad announcement saw exciting teenage talents Lennon Miller and James Wilson handed their maiden call-ups at the age of just 18, while it has now been confirmed that Sheffield-born striker George Hirst will join them after opting to switch his allegiance from England.
Following in the footsteps of Scott McTominay, Che Adams and Tommy Conway, the 26-year-old Ipswich Town forward had previously appeared at various youth levels for England, but has now opted to switch to the navy jersey of Scotland, whom he can represent due to the birthplace of his paternal grandfather.
But which other English born players are eligible to play for Scotland, should either Clarke or themselves opt to do so? Here are 10 players who could represent Scotland, despite being born in England.
5. Matt Targett - Newcastle United
A player that has long been eligible to represent for Scotland, the Magpies defender represented the Tartan Army at under-19 level before opting to play for England. Has not been capped by the Three Lions at senior level though, meaning he would still be eligible for a Scotland call-up if the opportunity ever presented itself. | Michael Regan/Getty Images Photo: Michael Regan/Getty Images
6. Jarell Quansah - Liverpool
The versatile Liverpool defender has Scotland due to his heritage, through through his mother’s side, which would likely qualify him under FIFA rules. However, his involvement in the provisional England squad for Euro 2024 last summer means he's unlikely to switch allegiances. He hasn’t been capped at the senior level yet, meaning he could still switch if he wanted to, but his trajectory suggests a strong commitment to England. Scotland could court him, but it’d probably take a serious push—or a snub from England—for him to change course. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
7. Siriki Dembélé - Oxford United
Alongside his brothers, Karamoko, the Oxford United winger is able to represent England, Ivory Coast or Scotland. The 28-year-old has featured regularly at the Kassam Stadium this term, and spent time playing in Scotland with both Dundee United and Ayr United as a teenager. | Jason Brown Photo: Jason Brown
8. Jason Steele - Brighton
The experienced goalkeeper was reportedly in discussions to represent Scotland prior to the last European Championships, though he is said to have rejected the offer to switch allegiances. Currently out injured, the 34-year-old has represented England at various levels, and performed for Team GB at the Olympics. Despite being unlikely to ever be called-up for Scotland for a number of reasons, he remains eligible to do so. | Eddie Keogh Photo: Eddie Keogh