Hull City star Keane Lewis-Potter has described his delight at being called up to the England U21 squad.
The 21-year-old is yet to feature for any age group in the national team but his brilliant form with the Tigers has earned him a spot alongside the likes of Tariq Lamptey, Jacob Ramsey and Harvey Elliott.
Following the news, Lewis-Potter told the club: “I think as it would be for anyone, it was quite nerve-wracking going in there, meeting the new lads but I’ve enjoyed every second of it so far and I’m looking forward to this week.
“At this stage, it’s about getting to know everyone. Lee Carsley rang me on Thursday after the Coventry City game on Wednesday, I was still in bed at that point and the phone call sprung me up a bit if I’m honest.
“I rang around to tell my family and friends, and yes, I was obviously delighted. He (Carsley) said he’s been watching for a while, much of last season and this season, too.
“He said he wanted me in the squad, not just to be a part of it, but to keep my place in it going forward, and I’ve got to do something to keep myself in the squad now.
“I’ll keep training and working hard and we’ll see what happens on Friday.”
The Young Lions host Andorra at AFC Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium on Friday, before taking on Albania in Elbasan on Tuesday.
Here are today’s transfer rumours...
1. Blues keeping tabs on former Wimbledon ace
Birmingham City are considering a move for former Charlton, Wimbledon and Wigan centre-back Terell Thomas, with the player set to become a free agent this summer. (teamTALK)
2. Championship outfits chasing Salford City striker
Cardiff City, Reading and Swansea City are among a number of clubs interested in signing Salford City's Brandon Thomas-Asante this summer. The 23-year-old has nine goals in League Two this season. (The 72)
3. Blackburn goalkeeper loaned out for fourth time
Blackburn Rovers have loaned out goalkeeper Aiden Dowling for the fourth time this season, joining City of Liverpool. The 19-year-old has already spent time with FC Halifax Town, Lancaster City and Marine FC. (Rovers)
4. Tigers to 'play hardball' over Keane Lewis-Potter
Hull City remain eager to keep hold of Keane Lewis-Potter thi ssummer despite interest from West Ham and Tottenham. Acun Ilicali previously claimed he wouldn't be interested in selling the forward even if an £20m offer came in. (Hull Live)