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'It will be a great motivation for them': Eddie Howe believes Bournemouth players will be given incentive by possible international call-ups

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe believes that his squad will be motivated by the prospect of representing their countries.

Experienced striker Jermain Defoe will hope to be part of the England squad at the World Cup this summer, while Brad Smith and Adam Federici will be looking to represent Australia.

In addition, Callum Wilson, Lewis Cook and Jordon Ibe are potential candidates to represent England, with Howe welcoming the possibility of his players being called up.

Bournemouth striker Jermain Defoe will hope to make England's World Cup squad
Bournemouth striker Jermain Defoe will hope to make England's World Cup squad
Several members of Eddie Howe could represent their countries at the World Cup this summer
Several members of Eddie Howe could represent their countries at the World Cup this summer

'A lot of the boys will dream of playing for their countries.