Recalling Ramsey for Kazak trip would not be fair, insists Bellamy

Wales head coach Craig Bellamy spoke to the media yesterday; Wales captain Aaron Ramsey (inset) in action for Mexican club Pumas

- By PHIL BLANCHE

WALES boss Craig Bellamy says it would have been irresponsible to recall skipper Aaron Ramsey for the World Cup qualifier in Kazakhstan.

Ramsey ended a five-month layoff on Saturday following hamstring surgery to make his debut for Mexican club Pumas UNAM.

‘The 34-year-old came on as a second-half substitute against Puebla, playing the final 30 minutes of a 0-0 draw.

But Bellamy has overlooked the 86-times capped midfielder - who has not played for Wales in almost 12 months - for the September 4 qualifier away to Kazakhstan and the friendly with Canada in Swansea five days later.

“He hasn't played enough football over a period,” said Bellamy, explaining Ramsey's absence.