The midfielder will miss at least three Blues games because of his international commitments, with Danny Cowley’s men having to continue with their schedule as both the Premier League and Championship take a mini mid-season break.
But are Pompey the only team in League One with a representative at the World Cup?
Here, we have a look, while also seeing what other EFL teams have players jetting off the the Middle East.
13. Ismaila Sarr (Senegal/Watford)
International caps: 47. Club appearances this season: 17. Photo: Ryan Hiscott
14. Hannibal Mejbri (Tunisia/Birmingham City)
International caps: 18. Club appearances this season: 15. Photo: Eddie Keogh
15. Ethan Horvath (USA/Luton)
International caps: 8. Club appearances this season: 20. Photo: Tony Marshall
16. Josh Sargent (USA/Norwich)
International caps: 20. Club appearances this season: 20. Photo: Gareth Copley
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