Everton midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has firmly shut down online speculation linking him with an international switch to the Republic of Ireland, reiterating that his ultimate ambition remains breaking into the England squad.
After a prominent Irish football parody account, operating under the alias Keith Jones (@JonesyKeith123), posted a fabricated “exclusive.” The X post claimed that Dewsbury-Hall had contacted Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrímsson to pledge his allegiance after missing out on England’s recent World Cup squad selection, even hinting at a debut in September’s Nations League fixtures.
While the account openly operates as satire, the rumour gained enough traction among fans to prompt a direct and response from the Everton man himself.
Setting the Record Straight
Replying directly to the viral post, Dewsbury-Hall dismissed the claims while maintaining total respect for the Boys in Green.
The Nottinghamshire-born midfielder, who moved to Everton to secure regular first-team football, has long been on the periphery of Three Lions selection. Despite the fierce competition in England’s engine room, his response makes it clear he has no intention of looking for a international back-door route.
The “Keith” Effect
For those familiar with the quirky ecosystem of Irish football Twitter, the original tweet carried all the hallmarks of a classic wind-up. Ending with the account’s signature “Keith.” sign-off, the post was designed to stir the pot.
