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The little-known new face called up by England: Can you name the star brought in to replace Ezri Konsa?

Thomas Tuchel has made a first-time England call-up to replace Ezri Konsa - but casual fans could be forgiven if they do not recognise the latest Three Lions addition.

Daily Mail

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Bournemouth defender James Hill has received his first senior England call-up to replace Ezri Konsa.
Konsa was ruled out of Thursday's match against Croatia but could potentially face Spain on Sunday.
Hill has played a key role in an eight-match winning run for Bournemouth under manager Marco Rose.

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England manager Thomas Tuchel has handed Bournemouth central defender James Hill his first senior international call-up. The 24-year-old was brought into the Three Lions squad to replace defender Ezri Konsa, who is unavailable to face Croatia at Wembley on Thursday night. Konsa is expected to potentially return to fitness in time for Sunday's away match against Spain.

Hill has impressed during an eight-match winning streak for Bournemouth under manager Marco Rose. The defender previously represented England at Under-20 and Under-21 levels and joined Bournemouth from Fleetwood Town for £1 million in 2022.

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The little-known new face called up by England: Can you name the star brought in to replace Ezri Konsa?

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