Bournemouth defender James Hill has been called into the England squad.

Hill gets his chance after Ezri Konsa was ruled out for Thursday’s Nations League game against Croatia. The Arsenal defender is set to return for Sunday’s clash with world champions Spain, however.

Hill, 24, has made 15 appearances for Bournemouth this season and has been one of their star performers in a superb run that has seen Marco Rose’s side win their last seven games in all competitions.

An FA statement this morning read: “AFC Bournemouth defender James Hill has received his first call up to the England squad.

“The 24-year-old, who represented his nation at MU20 and MU21 level, has joined the Three Lions ahead of the forthcoming Nations League fixtures.

“Meanwhile, Ezri Konsa will not be in contention for Croatia at Wembley on Thursday as he continues to follow his own programme but will return to full training later this week before Sunday’s trip to Spain.”

Bristol-born Hill joined Bournemouth from Fleetwood for a fee reported to be in the region of £1million in 2022. He had loan spells at Hearts and Blackburn before nailing down a regular spot in the Cherries’ back four last season.

Dan Burn was also called up yesterday following Marc Guehi’s withdrawal.