Bamford must make call if he wants to wear green

If Patrick Bamford actually does want to play senior international football for Ireland then now is the time for the Leeds United striker to be picking up the phone to Mick McCarthy.

The 25-year old’s intentions have been the source of speculation for a long time now and McCarthy said last March that Bamford intended to take the necessary steps to line out for the Boys in Green and that June would be the time it happens.