- Bournemouth defender James Hill has earned his first call-up to the senior England squad ahead of the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain.
- The 24-year-old replaces Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa for Thursday's clash with Croatia at Wembley, as Konsa follows an individual training programme following a recent knee issue.
- Konsa is expected to return to full training later in the week and remains in contention for Sunday's fixture against Spain in Madrid.
- Hill's maiden call-up comes on the back of impressive club form, having featured 15 times for a Bournemouth side that achieved eight consecutive victories across all competitions prior to the international break.
- His inclusion provides manager Thomas Tuchel with additional defensive cover following Marc Guehi's injury withdrawal on Monday, which also saw Newcastle United's Dan Burn recalled to the squad.
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