Dujuan 'Whisper' Richards has already received one memorable phone call this week, after earning his first senior call-up for Jamaica. The talented striker has trained with the national team before, but could make his senior bow in two upcoming friendlies against Trinidad and Tobago.
However, the 17-year-old will still be waiting by his phone for another important call after undergoing a two-week trial at Newcastle United last month. The Phoenix All Stars Academy prospect was pictured in attendance at St James' Park for the home draw with West Ham on February 4 ahead of spending a fortnight attempting to impress academy coaches.
Having previously been in the dark over Richards' trial, Newcastle under-21s boss Ben Dawson has confirmed the trialist delivered as expected from the scout reports, and that the decision now lies with the club's hierarchy. The exciting striker is currently focused upon making his Jamaica debut, but he is confident he has done enough to earn a permanent move to Tyneside.
