The Tottenham defender on loan at Stoke is being pursued by Craig Bellamy ahead of crucial World Cup play-off matches
Wales are attempting to convince Tottenham defender Ashley Phillips to change his international allegiance from England.
Born in Salford, Phillips, whose mother is Welsh, represented Wales at under-16 level before playing for England across various age groups.
Phillips started his career at Blackburn Rovers before moving to Tottenham in August 2023. Despite being named on the first-team bench eight times during the following season, he has yet to make his debut for Spurs.
The 20-year-old is currently on loan at Stoke City, where he has made more than 70 appearances over two stints with the Championship side.
Despite being part of the England U21 squad in November and also being eligible to play for Nigeria, it's understood that Wales have reached out to the centre-back, hoping to persuade him of a promising future with them.
Wales are set to compete in World Cup play-off matches this month, facing Bosnia and Herzegovina in a semi-final in Cardiff on March 26.
The victors will then host either Italy or Northern Ireland on March 31, with the outcome determining a spot in this summer's World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Manager Craig Bellamy will announce his play-off squad on March 17 and, should Phillips accept Wales' invitation, he would be included.
Wales are dealing with injury concerns in defence, with captain Ben Davies sidelined after fracturing his ankle in January.