Another NUFC star close to England call-up after Hall & Livramento, tracked by national set-up – report | OneFootball

Newcastle United midfielder Joe Willock must be close to an England call-up and has been tracked by the national set-up, according to The Athletic journalist Chris Waugh.

Three Magpies stars started for the Three Lions in the Nations League game against the Republic of Ireland on Sunday, with Tino Livramento making his debut, while Lewis Hall made his debut against Greece last Thursday.

Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon got his first England goal in the 5-0 win at the weekend, and Sunday was the first time since 1997 that the Toons have had three players start an England match.

They could have more in the coming months when Thomas Tuchel starts his job as the next permanent manager of the Three Lions, and Willock has been tipped to be called up if he keeps impressing.

Injuries limited the 25-year-old from playing frequently for a while, and he will now look to prove his quality all over again going forward after returning to full fitness.

The Newcastle star ended 2020-21 with eight goals in 14 appearances during his loan spell from Arsenal, earning a permanent six-year contract afterwards.

However, he was limited to only nine league games last term due to fitness issues and his underwhelming form so far in 2024-25 has been a massive frustration for many at the club.

While England are not short of options in the middle of the park, Willock brings unique qualities to the table, and not many players can carry possession in the dynamic way he does.

He has a chance to prove that he deserves to play for his country ahead of the next international break next March, and the likes of Sean Longstaff and Lewis Miley will also hope to break into the squad after watching teammates Hall and Livramento make their debuts.