CRYSTAL Palace defender Scott Dann will be watched by England scouts for tonight's game against Aston Villa.
The centre-back has impressed since arriving last January, and recently Neil Warnock told the Advertiser he believes the 27-year-old is close to earning his first call-up.
Joel Ward is also expected to be watched by Roy Hodgson's staff in south London.
On Saturday, Brede Hangeland says he can't see why Dann shouldn't get a chance for the Three Lions, but insists he needs to stay injury-free and in form.
"For me, he's a top-class player," said the Norwegian.
"He can do the dirty business as a defender but he's also a footballer.
"Why not? I have said to Joel Ward he should be close but Scott is at a good age."
By Mark Ritson (Twitter @MR_LWMedia)
