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Paul Merson tips Jason Puncheon for England call

Ex-England international Paul Merson believes that Crystal Palace midfielder Jason Puncheon deserves to get a call up to the national team.

Former England international Paul Merson has stated that Crystal Palace midfielder Jason Puncheon deserves to play for the national team.

The 29-year-old has been a consistent performer for Palace since joining them from Southampton in 2014 but has never received an international call-up.

Ex-Arsenal man Merson, who won 21 caps for the Three Lions between 1991 and 1998, has stated that England manager Roy Hodgson should seriously consider giving Puncheon a chance.

"I'm a big fan," Merson told Sky Sports News. "I don't agree with [Wilfried] Zaha being called up, but this lad, I think, could step up and play international football.

"He can do something different. He's comfortable in possession and he sees a pass."

Puncheon has scored 10 goals in 63 Premier League appearances for Palace.

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