Aston Villa forward Leon Bailey is set to make his return to the Reggae Boyz setup after being named in new head coach Steve McClaren’s squad for the upcoming Concacaf Nations League fixtures against Cuba and Honduras.

The 27-year-old hasn’t played for the senior men’s national team since November 2023 due to a suspension from former head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson and a self-imposed break, which saw him decline a call up to this summer’s Copa America.

The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) subsequently suspended the selection of Bailey to the senior men’s national team.

READ: JFF suspends selection of Leon Bailey to Reggae Boyz

However, McLaren, who was appointed as head coach recently, said that he spoke to Bailey who says he’s committed to the team.

JFF President Michael Ricketts also confirmed that Bailey guaranteed his return in writing.

Eighteen players from the Copa America squad return with Amari’i Bell, Norman Campbell, Jon Russell and Adrian Reid Jr also making the 23.

The squad is expected to arrive in the island next week ahead of their clash against Cuba at the National Stadium next Friday.

Full Squad:
Goalkeepers – Andre Blake, Jahmali Waite, Conniah Boyce-Clarke

Defenders – Damion Lowe, Di’Shon Bernard, Ethan Pinnock, Amari’i Bell, Greg Leigh, Richard King, Joel Latibeaudiere

Midfielders – Kasey Palmer, Karoy Anderson, Bobby Reid, Jon Russell, Adrian Reid Jr.

Forwards – Leon Bailey, Michail Antonio, Shamar Nicholson, Demarai Gray, Kaheim Dixon, Norman Campbell