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The National (Scotland)
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David Irvine

Rangers wonderkid Alexander Smith called up by Scotland & USA

Rangers wonderkid Alexander Smith has been called up by Scotland and the USA.

The 16-year-old midfielder has been selected for international duty with both countries due to his dual-citizenship.

Smith, who recently signed a three-year professional deal at Rangers, has previously represented both nations in youth action.

The teenager has been included in Brian McLaughlin's squad for Scotland under-17 fixtures against Qatar and Croatia.

However, according to the Daily Record, he has also been listed as a squad player for the United States in their friendly against the Czech Republic.

Smith is free to play for both nations until he receives his first full international cap. It's thought both countries was Smith to pledge his international allegiance to them but will have to wait for a final decision.


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Highly-rated Smith signed his first deal at Rangers despite speculation over a move to the MLS or a Premier League club.

The midfielder was being tracked by a host of clubs while still on a youth deal at Ibrox.

However, he penned a new deal after a contract for the wonderkid was made a top priority for Philippe Clement and the Rangers board.

Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano previously stated: "Rangers top prospect Alexander Smith close to agreeing first professional contract at the club valid until June 2027.

"He’s elegible for USA & Scotland national teams.

"Rangers fought off strong interest from PL and MLS to keep him, top priority for the board and Clement."

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