The surprise departures of Chris Wood and Jonjo Shelvey to Nottingham Forest, plus Karl Darlow’s loan switch to Hull City, opened up three places, but they haven’t been filled by new signings Anthony Gordon and Harrison Ashby, who fall under the under-21s criteria.
Rules states players born on or after January 1, 2001, are eligible over and above the limit of 25 players per squad.
Each Premier League club must submit a squad list after each transfer window closes. It can contain no more than 17 players who do not fulfil the “Home Grown Player” criteria. The remainder of the squad, up to a total of 25 players, must be homegrown.
Here’s the 25-man squad head coach Eddie Howe has named - according to the Premier League website.
1. Nick Pope
The club’s undisputed No.1. Has only conceded 12 goals in 25 appearances. Phenomenal.
2. Martin Dubravka
Back in the 25-man squad following his recall from Manchester United.
3. Loris Karius
Is United’s third choice goalkeeper but will be promoted to back up for the Carabao Cup final with Dubravka cup tied.
4. Mark Gillespie
Gillespie was left out of the 25-man for the first half of the campaign. Back in by default.