Craig Bellamy continues his career as manager of Wales as they visit Turkey in their latest UEFA Nations League fixture hoping to keep his unbeaten streak alive.
He faces an attacking conundrum due to recent injuries to Kieffer Moore, Wes Burns and Nathan Broadhead who drop out of the squad. Blackburn Rovers Loanee Owen Beck also misses out due to a late injury.
They have been replaced in the squad by Jay Dasilva and Charlie Savage with Fleetwood Town goalkeeper David Harrington also receiving his first call up as a fourth keeper option.
They are looking to finish top of their group, with top spot securing promotion to League A of the Nations League. A second place finish in the group would secure a spot in a play-off fixture against a League A side to decide promotion.
Here is a look at how Bellamy’s side could line-up for their trip to
Danny Ward
The battle for the starting spot continues for both Danny Ward and Karl Darlow, it’s expected that Ward starts the first game before Darlow takes the reins as they return to Cardiff. Ward is edging closer towards 50 caps for Wales.
Neco Williams
Neco Williams has been an ever present for Wales over recent years and it’s expected that he will keep his position as the roaming full-back as he joins the list of players nearing 50 international caps.
Ben Davies
Ben Davies will captain the side as Aaron Ramsey remains out with a long term injury. Davies is moving closer towards 100 caps for Wales in an international career filled with incredible moments.
Joe Rodon
The Leeds United defender is in line to make his 50th appearance for Wales during this international window. The away game against Türkiye will be his 49th since his debut in 2020.
Connor Roberts
The Burnley man is back in action after suffering a first-half injury in the away fixture to Iceland. He looked to really be enjoying life in the new system having the freedom to attack.
Jordan James
The Stade Rennais youngster will return following missing the last fixture due to suspension in what is a big boost to the midfield options.
Josh Sheehan
Josh Sheehan really impressed with a man of the match performance when he entered the side against Montenegro and may have made a strong enough argument to keep his place.
Harry Wilson
Harry Wilson has been in fine form for both club and country at the moment and he will be looking to continue that and help the nation secure promotion. He has been the standout player over recent camps.
Sorba Thomas
Sorba Thomas has featured regularly since the arrival of Bellamy and has been one of the players who has flourished under the new regime. He could feature in a Welsh attack full of pace.
Daniel James
Daniel James missed the last camp through injury but has picked up regular minutes in a Leeds shirt in recent weeks. His pace could cause real issues for the opposition defence alongside other attacking talent.
Brennan Johnson
It has been a strong start to the season for Brennan Johnson and Bellamy will be hoping this is the time that the Spurs man really explodes on the international scene. It is likely he will lead the line given the absence of Moore.
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