Who is Scotland’s greatest uncapped player of all-time? An age-old question that will see those asking it presented with a host of different responses, with Tartan Army supporters recalling that one special player they wish they’d seen in the famous navy jersey.
Steve Clarke named six uncapped players in his most recent squad for the Nations League, though only one of them made it onto the pitch. Nicky Devlin made his debut in the final throws of the 0-0 draw with Portugal on Tuesday and capped off a memorable night with a decisive block in the closing stages of the Nations League clash. The likes of Andy Irving, Robby McCrorie and Jack MacKenzie were forced to wait for their international debuts though, remaining on the bench as unused substitutes.
But who are the 20 best footballers never to be called up by Scotland? We asked our readers to choose the player who they felt was the best uncapped Scottish footballer of all time via our social media pages, and this is their top 20, in no particular order.
5. Ralph Milne
A prominent figure in Dundee United's brilliant 1980s team, Milne had electric pace that could leave defenders for dead. The diminutive midfielder scored an impressive 74 goals during his time at Tannadice, while he also had spells with Charlton Athletic, Bristol City and Manchester United during his career. Widely regarded as one of the best uncapped Scottish players ever, he sadly died in 2015. | Getty Images
6. John McMaster
Viewed as one of Aberdeen's greatest players, McMaster was bizarrely never be capped by Scotland. An integral part of the club's most successful era in their history, he was one of the 'Gothenburg Greats' that played played a key role in their European Cup Winners Cup and Super Cup wins. Somehow he never featured for Scotland at international level. | SNS Group 0141 221 3602
7. John Brown
Signed by Graeme Souness in 1988, 'Bomber' Brown lifted eight league titles, three Scottish Cups and three League Cups during his time at Rangers but was never considered for international selection despite his immense success at Ibrox. | SNS Group 0141 221 3602
8. Chic Charnley
A Partick Thistle maverick, Charnley was one of Scottish football's most charismatic and colourful characters. Once described as a 'raw genius', he also had a fiery side and was sent off 17-times in his career. A Firhill legend, Charnley had more than enough talent to represent Scotland, but was never afforded the opportunity by any Scotland boss during his career. | SNS Group 0141 221 3602