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The Irish winger’s name prompts the topic of Judge’s own international ambitions.
Martin O’Neill has been a regular visitor to nearby Brentford since taking the Ireland manager’s post, recently revealing he is keeping the nippy winger in his thoughts for the double-header next month against England and Scotland. Judge assumes nothing, evidenced by him booking a family holiday for the time of the international fixtures.
Still, were O’Neill to offer the Championship performer an inlet to impress, even for the behind-closed-doors friendly against Northern Ireland on June 4, he’ll gladly shelve plans to hit the beach.
He said: “My girlfriend wouldn’t mind that because she knows how much a call-up would mean to me. Although Martin has been to see me a lot, most recently against Bolton two weeks ago, I think he’s settled on his squad for the campaign.
“I have to respect the fact I may have to wait longer for my chance with Ireland. But at least he’s bothered coming to see me play, unlike the previous manager.”
Helping unfancied Brentford reach the play-offs would only strengthen his case for inclusion.