Decent looking squad. Lots of attacking talent with Orazi and Melia potential stars. Jaden Umeh is playing up an age but he's very talented like his older brother. William Martin is highly thought of, as is Matthew Murray albeit to a lesser extent. Midfield wise, McAndrew and Moore are both exciting. Interesting that Grady McDonnell and Rory Finneran are the two lads who were moved up from the 16s, Ramon Martos is so so talented. To me, he's the best u16, especially in midfield, although that 16s group is just teeming with talent. Defensively, Harnett is really good. And I've heard good things about McGlinchy.
Two names that stand out not being there are Ade Solanke who was the youngest player at the u17 euros last season (age 14). The other is Cathal O'Sullivan who was in the squad last month. Last year, I heard him described as the most talented from that age group, which given Mason Melia is a big shout.
Beyond that, I guess Rokas Katkauskas is with Lithuania? Don't think he has ever played for them competitively but he was someone who was highly considered a year or two ago. Marcus Gill also played a friendly for the 17s as an u16. You'd assume he's still with us rather than Scotland.
Other names include Richie Vodo and Marven Chen who have probably been surpassed by the 16s who have been called up...
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