Players eligible for Ireland

J89 wrote: armahibee wrote: If not already mentioned Shea Charles whom came on for city yesterday has family from kileavy armagh, think have a grand parent connection  Has six caps for NI

From John Fallon's article about the press conference:

Another defender who could be among the squad for the September clashes with France and Netherlands is Dennis Cirkin.

Kenny has been aware of the left-sided player’s Dublin birthplace since taking over as U21 manager in 2019 but his enhanced profile during Sunderland’s surge to the playoffs made him a viable contender.

Cirkin represented England, where his parents hail from, up to U20 level. Enquiries about his eligibility considering tweaked Fifa rules on switching allegiances are ongoing.

“I know all about Dennis,” revealed the boss. “He declared for England, so we’ll have to see on that one.

“He’s just focussing on Sunderland this season. I’ve asked that question and I’m not even 100% sure. It’s yet to be confirmed that he can switch and he hasn’t applied to do so.”

Really hope by where his parents hail from he meant where they live because that's shocking for someone that's meant to be a journalist. He's also an Irish citizen by birth so not sure what needs to be confirmed about can he switch

Edited by J89 - 02 Jun 2023 at 10:04am

Maccatacca wrote: J89 wrote: From John Fallon's article about the press conference: Another defender who could be among the squad for the September clashes with France and Netherlands is Dennis Cirkin. Kenny has been aware of the left-sided player’s Dublin birthplace since taking over as U21 manager in 2019 but his enhanced profile during Sunderland’s surge to the playoffs made him a viable contender. Cirkin represented England, where his parents hail from, up to U20 level. Enquiries about his eligibility considering tweaked Fifa rules on switching allegiances are ongoing. “I know all about Dennis,” revealed the boss. “He declared for England, so we’ll have to see on that one. “He’s just focussing on Sunderland this season. I’ve asked that question and I’m not even 100% sure. It’s yet to be confirmed that he can switch and he hasn’t applied to do so.” Really hope by where his parents hail from he meant where they live because that's shocking for someone that's meant to be a journalist. He's also an Irish citizen by birth so not sure what needs to be confirmed about can he switch John Fallon is wrong about anything dual-eligable 100% of the time.

Edited by giveittochristie - 02 Jun 2023 at 11:23am

Edited by You Tell Me - 02 Jun 2023 at 11:24am

While Cirkin is clearly a player with a bit of ability, it should be pointed out that we have several options coming through in the LB position, while many on here are also bemoaning the fact that Manning hasnt made the squad. Any/all of Adaramola, Furlong, Roughan and even Bagan could be playing regular Championship football next season. Cirkin is with the English U21s currently, is eligible for Latvia, the country of his parents' birth, likely Russia too. He also happens to be Irish eligible by birth (think he left Ireland when he was under 2yo), but he is unlikely to have any natural affinity to us which is entirely understandable. I wouldnt die in a ditch over this lad.

Edited by John Nice - 02 Jun 2023 at 12:03pm

SeaSharp wrote: John Nice wrote: While Cirkin is clearly a player with a bit of ability, it should be pointed out that we have several options coming through in the LB position, while many on here are also bemoaning the fact that Manning hasnt made the squad. Any/all of Adaramola, Furlong, Roughan and even Bagan could be playing regular Championship football next season. Cirkin is with the English U21s currently, is eligible for Latvia, the country of his parents' birth, likely Russia too. He also happens to be Irish eligible by birth (think he left Ireland when he was under 2yo), but he is unlikely to have any natural affinity to us which is entirely understandable. I wouldnt die in a ditch over this lad. Cirkin is quite far ahead of the rest of the lads you've listed there. Regardless, I'd be very surprised to see him switch. He was born here but that's it, no familial or nostalgic ties to Ireland.

John Nice wrote: While Cirkin is clearly a player with a bit of ability, it should be pointed out that we have several options coming through in the LB position, while many on here are also bemoaning the fact that Manning hasnt made the squad. Any/all of Adaramola, Furlong, Roughan and even Bagan could be playing regular Championship football next season. Cirkin is with the English U21s currently, is eligible for Latvia, the country of his parents' birth, likely Russia too. He also happens to be Irish eligible by birth (think he left Ireland when he was under 2yo), but he is unlikely to have any natural affinity to us which is entirely understandable. I wouldnt die in a ditch over this lad.

I think Cirkin's parents are ethnic Russians born in Latvia, so it's possible he doesn't feel a huge connection with Latvia either. I reckon he'll be sticking with England for a few more years anyway.