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Bournemouth News: Aussie Jordan Holmes targets World Cup place; Howe backs Wilson for England

Bournemouth goalkeeper Jordan Holmes is chasing a place in Australia's World Cup squad.

Holmes admits he may seek a January loan move to boost his chances.

“It is a bit far-fetched but anything is possible," Holmes told the Daily Echo.

“You never know. If there were a few injuries and I was playing well and regularly, there could be an outside chance.

“It is a big dream but you just have to hope you get everything in place to make yourself available for selection.

“Being selected in the under-23s is quite big for me as I am only 20. I could put myself in a position to go to the Olympics with that squad as well.

“January could be a big month for me.

“The Asian Cup takes place for most of the month and, with regular football in mind, I also might need to try to sort out a loan.

“It would be tough to get a loan if I might be away for 25 days. Being in China for the whole tournament, I don't think they would let me fly back and forth.

“It is a big decision. Do I go with the loan or do I go with the national team? We will see what happens."

Meanwhile, Cherries boss Eddie Howe is confident Callum Wilson can make England's World Cup squad if he maintains his goalscoring form.

Wilson scored twice in victory over Huddersfield on the weekend.

Howe said, “I know he was very much on England's radar before he got injured the first time and rightly so," added Howe. “His form in the Championship and at the start of the Premier League had been so strong.

“He will be champing at the bit because he is that kind of guy. He wants more, he wants to achieve and he is not here to make up the numbers.

“He has always had that mind set and, if he does well for us, I think everything else will take care of itself."

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