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Republic of Ireland bid for Bamford ruled out as Leeds striker has his heart set on England

A 17-goal season was not enough to earn the Whites star a place in Gareth Southgate's plans, but Stephen Kenny will not make an approach

Patrick Bamford may have been overlooked by England ahead of this summer's European Championship, but the Republic of Ireland have no intention of trying to get the Leeds striker to commit to their cause.

The 27-year-old frontman did represent Ireland at U18 level, but has since gone on to figure for the Three Lions in youth squads through to the U21 set-up.

A senior call-up has been missed out on despite hitting 17 Premier League goals in 2020-21, but his heart remains set on England and no bid will be launched to try and get him to switch that allegiance.