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Wales Make Pitch to Tottenham Prospect Mikey Moore to Switch From England

Craig Bellamy has approached the 18-year-old, who qualifies through a grandparent, ahead of Wales' October squad announcement.

Overview

  • The Football Association of Wales has contacted Moore, with head coach Craig Bellamy speaking to him about a potential switch from England, according to BBC Sport Wales.
  • Moore remains eligible for both nations and is not rushing a decision after representing England at Under-15 through Under-19 levels.
  • FIFA rules allow a change of national team if a player has not exceeded three competitive senior appearances before turning 21, though finals tournaments would lock in eligibility.
  • The winger is on a season-long loan at Rangers from Tottenham and has made six appearances this season after breaking club and European scoring age records with Spurs.
  • Wales face England in a friendly on October 9 and Belgium in a World Cup qualifier four days later, with Bellamy due to name his squad next Tuesday.