Macedonian coach Nikola Illievski hinted he may not consider strikers Zahid Hasan Emily and Mithun Chowdhury for the national camp for upcoming SAFF Championships which will be held in India from December Ito 15.

Following their unauthorised participation in a local tournament ahead of national team's departure for the FIFA World Cup prequalifiers against Lebanon, Emily and Mithun were handed five match bans in the domestic circuit along with monetary punishment. Winger Zahid Hossain was also banned for two matches in local competitions for his indecent behaviour towards the coach during the home match against Lebanon. However, none of these players got any suspension on international matches.

The 56-year coach, who had earlier said that both Emily and Mithun may be called for the SAFF Championship camp, has reportedly found alternatives after watching some practice matches amongU-19,U-21,U-22and the national team.

And it was learnt that he may make changes to the side as some eight to nine young players from the camp have drawn his attention.

The Macedonian coach though said that he would only consider those players who would be able to suit his formation as a place in the national team is not guaranteed for any player.