Reading midfielder Charlie Savage has been recalled to the Wales national team by manager Craig Bellamy. The 23-year-old's return to the international fold comes after a series of strong performances for his club, who currently sit eighth in League One with 10 points from six games.
Savage, who joined Reading from Manchester United in 2023, has made two senior appearances for Wales. He provided an assist in a 4-0 win over Gibraltar in October 2023. His recent displays in the Carabao Cup against the likes of Brentford and Stevenage were noted by the national team boss.
"Recalls Reading FC midfielder Charlie Savage," Bellamy said, confirming the selection.
Midfield influence
The recall highlights Savage's importance to Reading's campaign, even as he has recently faced competition for a starting spot from Andy Rinomhota. He is considered one of the team's most influential players and has expressed a desire to stay with the club for the longer term. His father is former Wales international Robbie Savage.
Reading's form has been mixed of late, with three wins and two defeats in their last five outings. Their most recent result was a 2-0 victory over Notts County, a game in which Savage did not feature. The team's next challenge is a trip to face Wycombe Wanderers, who are 14th in the table.
Savage's return to the Wales setup is a positive development as he looks to add to his cap tally. The midfielder will hope his international involvement can boost his prospects at club level, where Reading are aiming to close a five-point gap to the league leaders. Fans can check the latest standings to follow the Royals' progress in the promotion race.
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