Mason Greenwood is on the verge of making his return to international football after obtaining Jamaican citizenship and a passport. The 23-year-old forward has not represented England since his solitary cap against Iceland in September 2020, when he was sent home for breaking Covid quarantine rules. His recent move to represent Jamaica comes as he seeks to revitalize his career following a tumultuous period marked by serious allegations, which were ultimately dropped in February 2023.

To finalize his switch to the Jamaican national team, Greenwood only requires a change from the Football Association to the Jamaica Football Federation. He could be eligible to play in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Bermuda and Trinidad and Tobago next month. After leaving Manchester United, Greenwood spent time on loan at Getafe before permanently joining Ligue 1 side Marseille, where he has begun to find his form again, recently scoring in a pre-season match against Sevilla.

Jamaica, under the management of former England boss Steve McClaren, is actively looking to recruit players with UK ties, aiming to strengthen their squad for a push towards World Cup qualification. The inclusion of Greenwood, along with other UK-raised players, highlights this strategy as Jamaica seeks to qualify for the World Cup for only the second time, having previously achieved this feat in 1998.

Greenwood's potential return to international football not only represents a significant personal milestone for him but also offers Jamaica a chance to enhance their attacking options as they pursue their World Cup ambitions. The footballing world will be closely watching how Greenwood's transition unfolds.