International call for Paterson

The 20-year-old has hit three goals since his summer move to Glanford Park, but missed the friendly against Finland last week through injury.

He has another chance to impress after being named in the squad for the European Championship qualifying double header.

Northern Ireland host Germany at Mourneview Park on Friday September 7, before travelling to Luxembourg on Wednesday September 12.

Paterson won't miss any first-team games for Scunthorpe, as the Championship does not schedule games on weekends assigned for internationals.