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Raya, Pickford and Wales’ search for a new keeper

New Wales call-up Joe Duncan might be unknown to many, but some of the world's best goalkeepers have benefitted from non-league loans.

By Dafydd Pritchard · BBC

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 9:57 AM

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Craig Bellamy has handed 20-year-old Southend United loanee Joe Duncan his first senior Wales call-up.
Duncan is on loan at National League side Southend United from Bristol City.
Bellamy cited non-league development as vital preparation, mirroring paths taken by David Raya and Jordan Pickford.

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Wales manager Craig Bellamy has handed 20-year-old goalkeeper Joe Duncan his first senior call-up for upcoming Nations League matches against Norway and Portugal. Duncan, who is on loan at National League side Southend United from Bristol City, follows the path of Premier League goalkeepers David Raya and Jordan Pickford by gaining development experience in non-league football.

Bellamy is seeking future options amid an aging goalkeeping roster that includes Karl Darlow and Danny Ward. Southend manager Kieron Dyer provided positive feedback on Duncan, prompting Bellamy to monitor him directly as he looks to build depth for Wales.

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