McFadden and Miller strike up Hearts debate
He's back in the Scotland squad – and Craig Gordon's inclusion has sparked a Hearts debate amongst the pundits, writes Ben Banks.
Steve Clarke has named the veteran shotstopper in his side for friendly matches with the Netherlands and Northern Ireland. He is currently second-choice at Tynecastle – with Zander Clark ahead of him, and also in the national team reckoning.
Speaking on BBC Sport Scotland, former Celtic and Rangers player Kenny Miller said: "It's not often you see four [goalkeepers] in [a squad] but it's not often you see two from the same club. It's clear what Steve Clarke is doing. He is having a look to see if he is right back at the top of the game, and does he come into contention for the Euro squad. For me it would be harsh on the keeper that gets left out if Craig Gordon does go, particularly if he's not found his way into the Hearts starting line-up.
"I have heard the manager and coaches and the players talking about the spirit in the group. These guys have been part of that spirit and if these guys were to get the call in May they weren't going, I think it would be really harsh."
James McFadden, best-known for his time at Everton, replied: "Craig Gordon has played in the cup, but he's not managed to get himself into the Hearts side for the league campaign. On that alone, you would say Zander Clark is ahead of him as he plays week in, week out, for his club. Angus Gunn has came in after the absence of Craig Gordon and has done nothing wrong. He's been really impressive.
"Steve Clarke maybe wants to see him up close, maybe see him in one of the games and see exactly where he is. It is a nice problem for Steven Naismith to have, two good goalkeepers fighting for the number one spot. I would be surprised if a one and a two from the same club go to the Euros, based on one is going to have played much more than the other one. If Zander Clark is in goals for Hearts between now and the end of the season, it might be difficult for Craig Gordon to get into the squad."