Manchester United teenager Tyler Fletcher has changed the injured Billy Gilmour in Scotland’s World Cup squad.
The 19-year-old made his worldwide debut as a half-time alternative in Saturday’s 4-1 pleasant win over Curacao at Hampden.
Napoli midfielder Gilmour broken his knee in a first-half incident and his withdrawal from the squad was introduced later within the night.
Fletcher, son of former Scotland captain Darren, has performed extra minutes for Scotland than he has for his membership, having come off the bench twice for United this season.
Fletcher, whose twin brother Jack has chosen to signify England, was added to the coaching squad final week by head coach Steve Clarke, together with Hearts duo James Wilson and Liam McFarlane and Dundee defender Luke Graham.
“It boosts our numbers for coaching given the staggered arrivals of those that are nonetheless enjoying domestically – and it permits us to take a better have a look at some boys who’re on our radar,” stated Clarke on the time.
Following Gilmour’s damage, Clarke had talked about Rangers’ Connor Barron, Andy Irving of Sparta Prague and Lennon Milller of Udinese as standby choices.
“I’m devastated for Billy as a result of he has been an integral a part of our World Cup qualifying marketing campaign,” stated Clarke.
“The timing of this damage is so, so merciless and all of us really feel for him.
“He is aware of what all of us consider him as a footballer and an individual and whereas no phrases will give him any consolation, I’m sure Billy could have many main tournaments forward of him sooner or later.”
Napoli team-mate Scott McTominay wrote on Instagram: “Completely devastated for you brother. Soccer is a merciless recreation and you do not deserve this, maintain your head up. The gamers, employees and nation love you.”
