STEVE CLARKE could turn to former Motherwell midfielder Chris Cadden to solve his problem right-back position.

SunSport understands Clarke watched Cadden in action for League One Oxford United in Saturday’s 3-0 win against Tranmere.

1 Chris Cadden in action for Motherwell last season Credit: Kenny Ramsay - The Sun Glasgow

The 22-year-old, who won two caps under Alex McLeish against Peru and Mexico on the South American tour last summer, is on a season-long loan at United from MLS outfit Columbus Crew following his move from Fir Park in July.

He’s been playing at right-back for Karl Robinson’s side and could make an international return for the double-header against Russia in Moscow then San Marino at home next month.

Clarke’s former Kilmarnock full-back Stephen O’Donnell has played all four Scotland games he’s taken charge of but the national boss is considering Cadden and Sheffield Wednesday’s Liam Palmer as alternatives.

Meanwhile, Swansea’s George Byers has had his Scotland dream boosted by old pal Oli McBurnie.

Byers wants to play for the Tartan Army through his family roots and the SFA have been tipped off about his availability.

And boss Clarke has now been given a glowing recommendation by Sheffield United hitman McBurnie after checking out his former team-mate.

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