Bournemouth defender James Hill has received his first senior England call-up after Arsenal centre-back Ezri Konsa was ruled out of the upcoming international fixture against Croatia. The 24-year-old has been added to Thomas Tuchel's squad as England prepare for their Nations League match at Wembley on Thursday.

Konsa sustained a knee injury during Arsenal's Champions League victory over Slavia Prague on Wednesday. Although he completed the full 90 minutes in Arsenal's win over Hull on Saturday, he will not be available for Thursday's international fixture. He is expected to return to full training during the week ahead of England's match against Spain in Madrid on Sunday.

Hill's selection follows another defensive change in Tuchel's squad. On Sunday, Newcastle United defender Dan Burn was called up to replace Marc Guehi, who withdrew because of a hip injury. The latest changes have created an opportunity for Hill to make his first appearance in an England senior squad.

The Bournemouth defender has impressed with his consistency this season. He has played every minute of the club's Premier League campaign and has also featured in every match of their inaugural Europa League campaign. His performances have helped establish him as an important member of Bournemouth's defensive line.

Hill joined Bournemouth from Fleetwood Town in January 2022 for an undisclosed transfer fee. However, regular first-team opportunities were initially limited. He made just 24 appearances during his first three and a half years at the club before becoming a regular starter last season.

His growing influence coincided with Bournemouth's impressive Premier League campaign, as the club finished sixth to record their highest-ever position in the English top flight. The team's progress has continued this season, with Bournemouth currently sitting seventh in the league.

Bournemouth are also enjoying an eight-match winning run across all competitions, highlighting the team's strong form. Hill's consistent performances during this period have earned him recognition at international level.

The James Hill England call-up marks an important milestone in the defender's career. With several defensive changes in Tuchel's squad, the Bournemouth player now has an opportunity to impress the England coaching staff ahead of the upcoming fixtures.