Daniel James could still miss Euro 2020 qualifiers despite Wales call-up

Daniel James could still miss Wales Euro 2020 qualifiers next month following the death of his father, despite being named in Ryan Giggs squad on Wednesday.James missed Wales training camp in Portugal last week after being granted compassionate leave following the death of his father Kevan.But the exciting Swansea winger, who has been strongly linked with a 15million summer move to Manchester United, has told Giggs that he wants to be part of the Euro 2020 double-header in Croatia and Hungary.Daniel James (left) celebrates scoring Wales winner against Slovakia in March with Gareth Bale (Darren Staples/PA)When I spoke to him he said to keep me in mind for the games, Giggs said after naming James in his 28-man squad for the two Group E qualifiers.He said he wanted to meet up in north Wales and be part of the games.For me, football comes second in these situations and its a case of whatever Dan chooses.But as a manager, its great for me to have him, considering what hes done in the last six months.Manager Ryan Giggs is hopeful Daniel James will be available for the Euro 2020 qualifiers against Croatia and Hungary (Nick Potts/PA)With the date of his fathers funeral yet to be arranged, however, James presence in Osijek and Budapest is not guaranteed.Asked if James could still miss one or both games, Giggs replied: Yes.He didnt know what date the funeral is and well have to see.Once we know when it is, well touch base and see.But Ive said to him, if you have to go back or meet up a little bit later, then well just play it by ear. Hes going to call me. For Croatia (8 June) Hungary (11 June) #YWalGoch #TheRedWall #TogetherStronger pic.twitter.com/L99MGICUAw Wales (@Cymru) May 29, 2019James presence would be a huge boost for a Wales squad who began their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Slovakia in March.The 21-year-old scored the winner on his competitive debut, building on outstanding Swansea form that almost saw him join Sky Bet Championship rivals Leeds during the final hours of the January transfer window.James proposed move to Elland Road broke down as Swansea were unhappy with the payment structure of the 10million deal.Leeds loss looks like being Uniteds gain as Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is expected to make James his first summer signing at Old Trafford.Swansea winger Daniel James is a reported summer target for Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (Martin Rickett/PA)The Leeds thing could have gone the other way, Giggs said. It could have sidetracked the rest of the season, buthe was good before Christmas and then kicked on another level after that.I was at the Swansea-Stoke game and it was as good a wing performance as Ive seen in a long time.He got two lads sent off and scored a worldy. Ash (Wales captain Ashley Williams) ended up at right-back, which is one of the funniest things Ive seen this season. It was a fantastic performance so it shows what hes capable of.Giggs sidestepped suggestions that he recommended James to his former United team-mate Solskjaer.But he said: Ive had all my mates asking me whats he like? Well have to wait and see as it (joining United) is not done yet.Our thoughts are with Dan James, his family and friends during this sad time.Rydym ni gyd yn cydymdeimlo gyda Dan James, ei ffrindiau a'i deulu yn eu colled.#TogetherStronger pic.twitter.com/rB2VDWC9xr FA WALES (@FAWales) May 23, 2019If you go to United or any big club there is pressure on you you see that with the likes of Aaron (Ramsey), Ben (Davies) and Gareth (Bale).When you meet up internationally then youre used to that pressure and there are so many benefits to playing at a higher level.As a manager you want all your players to be playing to a higher level as they can and their ability deserves.(function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){
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