Harvey Barnes Scotland debate resurfaces as killer Craig Levein quote stands the test of time
dailyrecord.co.ukCraig Levein hung his hopes on Harvey Barnes' Scotland switch back in 2021 - and now his killer verdict might just be coming true.The winger has only made one cap for England despite lighting the Premier League up for Brendan Rodgers at Leicester City, with his solo turnout coming all the way back in 2020 for a 14-minute came against Wales - when the the Three Lions were already 3-0 up against their domestic rivals.
Despite 28 top-flight league goals in three seasons from out wide, it's tough to break into an England set-up that boasts the likes of Phil Foden, Jack Grealish and more - but England's loss could be Scotland's gain.
Barnes qualifies for the Tartan Army as his grandparents were born north of the border, and reports over the weekend have suggested that he is 'considering' a switch to Steve Clarke's side after being shunned by Gareth Southgate - despite Malky Mackay's efforts to land him for the SFA back in 2020.
Who is Harvey Barnes? The £39m Scotland star in waiting tempted by Euro 2024 and Newcastle pal could join him on ride And, with talk heating up and fans salivating over the prospect of pinching the £39million star, a Craig Levein prediction from the vaults has stood the test of time as the former Scotland boss nailed his prediction.Speaking on BBC Sportsound in October 2020, Levein said of Barnes: "He's a top quality player, isn't he?
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