Planet Swans ArchivesRoberto Martinez has not totally dismissed the idea of Owain Tudur Jones playing in the Swans Johnstone’s Paint Trophy game against Yeovil on Tuesday night.
Tudur Jones is due to link up with the Welsh squad on Sunday to prepare for the forthcoming internationals against Ireland and Germany and it seems unlikely he will feature for the Swans in the FA Cup against Billericay on Saturday.
However, Martinez has slight concerns over the usage of Tudur Jones with Wales and he believes there is a chance that John Toshack may release him for Tuesday before he joins up again with the squad on Wednesday. There is a general feeling that OTJ is more likely to feature for the Under 21s rather than travel to Germany, something that Toshack insists has not yet been decided.
Speaking in today’s Western Mail, Roberto said “I will have to speak to the FAW again and see where we are
“We need to make sure that between us we give the perfect situation for Owain.
“We have to sort out some commonsense and do what’s best for the player.
“Maybe he can come back to us and join Wales again,” said Martinez. “The Johnstone’s Paint tie is something that Owain could participate in and be the ideal moment for him to get back in an official game.
“He’s been away such a long time he needs to play, but as a football club we can’t stop him going to Wales unless he’s injured – and that’s not the case.
“As I say, it’s important we find the happy medium and get the best for Owain in club football and also his international experience.
“I’ve spoken to John and I know how important he thinks Owain will be for the future of Welsh football.
“It’s also a fantastic boost for Owain to join the full senior squad, whether John’s thinking of playing him or just having him around that environment.
“But if Owain hasn’t played an official game for us then I think he will be a bit away from what is needed in international football.
