Scotland return to action for the first time since their early exit from the World Cup this summer as they begin their Nations League campaign with games against Slovenia and Switzerland next month.
After confirming the appointment of Sebastien Pocognoli as Scotland’s new head coach, there’ll be huge intrigue around the squad announcement, as fans eagerly await to see which players have a part to play in the post-Steve Clarke era.
A host of young, uncapped, and emerging talents are eyeing their first Scotland call-up under the new Belgian boss, while several experienced heads will be sweating over their inclusion after an underwhelming World Cup earlier this summer. But which players will be the next to break into the Scotland senior side?
Here are the 10 players we’re tipping to catch the eye of Pocognoli and make a claim for a Scotland senior squad call-up for the September Nations League double-header:
9. Luis Binks - Brondby
The defender captained a Brondby team that finished fourth last term, and he has already confirmed his desire to represent Scotland in recent months. A left-footed centre-back, he has shown a marked improvement since moving to the Danish top flight, with excellent positioning skills and strength in ground duels. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
10. Josh McPake - Hearts
Could the sparkling early season form of the midfielder win him an unlikely spot in Pocognoli's squad next month? McPake has had an impressive start to his career at Tynecastle since joining on a free transfer from St Johnstone in the summer, and still has his best years ahead of him at just 24. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group