Time for Pocognoli to pick - who could be named in new-look Scotland squad?

What the report says

BBC Sport Scotland says Sebastien Pocognoli will name his first Scotland squad on Tuesday, with the new head coach expected to decide whether to keep the core of Steve Clarke’s long-serving group or make a more noticeable refresh for the upcoming Nations League B fixtures against Slovenia, Switzerland and North Macedonia. The piece frames the selection as an early test of how much change Pocognoli wants after Scotland’s recent World Cup campaign.

The article highlights several positions where new faces could be considered. In goal, Angus Gunn, Scott Bain and Liam McFarlane are mentioned as possible options, with Craig Gordon retired and Liam Kelly out of the picture at Rangers. At centre-back and full-back, names such as Stephen Welsh, Luke Graham, Luis Binks, Colby Donovan and Josh Doig are cited as players who could push for inclusion, while some established defenders are either short of minutes or carrying fitness concerns.

In midfield, Billy Gilmour is expected to return after injury, while Lennon Miller and Hibernian’s Josh Mulligan are presented as possible contenders for places. BBC Sport also notes the continuing issue of Scotland’s striker depth: Che Adams looks likely to be selected, but Lawrence Shankland’s injury and uncertainty around Lyndon Dykes leave room for debate. Oli McBurnie is also discussed as a possible returnee if Pocognoli opts for a clean slate.