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Tim Howard Thinks Jermaine Jones Fits In Well With The USA
The former German international seems to have made a positive impression while training with the USA.
Mar 9, 2010 3:08:00 PM
By Goal.com
The name Jermaine Jones has floated around US soccer circles ever since the thrice capped German midfielder made the decision to switch his nationality to the USA, at least in terms of soccer.
While the name circled and brought about hopes and dreams of a powerful midfield heading into 2010, the reality was much harsher. Jones was injured and that injury, along with complications during his rehab process, have kept the Schalke star from seeing any time on the pitch for the USA to date.
Last week news that Jones was in camp with the USA ahead of their clash with the Netherlands was encouraging for those who still harbor hopes of him joining Bob Bradley's side when they head to South Africa this summer and it seems that the former Eintracht Frankfurt star made a positive impression on USA 'keeper Tim Howard.
"I think he fits in really well with the team," Howard told SI.com. "He's got a lot of tattoos, he likes his music. I think he's a perfect fit for us. And, by the way, he's a fantastic player from what I hear."
Though Jones was still not fit enough to step onto the field and show his full worth to the squad, Howard said that he would be a welcome addition to the squad when he is ready to step on the pitch.
"It's an easy team to come into," he said. "Guys are welcomed with open arms, and we've heard great things about him. It was good to finally have him around."
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While the name circled and brought about hopes and dreams of a powerful midfield heading into 2010, the reality was much harsher. Jones was injured and that injury, along with complications during his rehab process, have kept the Schalke star from seeing any time on the pitch for the USA to date.
Last week news that Jones was in camp with the USA ahead of their clash with the Netherlands was encouraging for those who still harbor hopes of him joining Bob Bradley's side when they head to South Africa this summer and it seems that the former Eintracht Frankfurt star made a positive impression on USA 'keeper Tim Howard.
"I think he fits in really well with the team," Howard told SI.com. "He's got a lot of tattoos, he likes his music. I think he's a perfect fit for us. And, by the way, he's a fantastic player from what I hear."
Though Jones was still not fit enough to step onto the field and show his full worth to the squad, Howard said that he would be a welcome addition to the squad when he is ready to step on the pitch.
"It's an easy team to come into," he said. "Guys are welcomed with open arms, and we've heard great things about him. It was good to finally have him around."
Get more on the US National Team with Goal.com's dedicated page.
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