Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson included seven uncapped players in his latest squad for this month's international friendly against Grenada. Benfica attacker Jaden Umeh is among the newcomers selected for the fixture. The 18-year-old recently moved to the Portuguese club from Cork City, according to The 42.
Derby County defender Eiran Cashin also received a call-up after previously representing the nation at under-21 level. Other new additions to the senior set-up include Leicester City forward Tom Cannon and Bristol City winger Mark Sykes, per reports from The Independent. Hallgrimsson is using the fixture to assess fringe players before the resumption of competitive qualifying matches later this year.
The squad will assemble in Dublin next week to begin preparations for the trip to the Caribbean. Regular captain Seamus Coleman retains his place in the group alongside experienced defender Shane Duffy. Senior officials confirmed the friendly serves as a developmental opportunity for the national team's younger prospects, according to Sky Sports.
