Though Fishlock, Wales’ record appearance maker and all-time leading goalscorer, is no longer in Wilkinson’s squad, she is in camp as part of Wilkinson’s coaching staff.
However, Fishlock will not be involved in the Montenegro game as she is to rejoin club side Seattle Reign as they prepare for the new National Women’s Soccer League season.
Wilkinson has indicated that Fishlock’s Reign commitments will mean the 39-year-old is not a regular on the Wales staff, in the short term at least.
Instead, Wilkinson says other former players, including ex-striker Barton, will spend time as part of her coaching team.
“Jess I hope will be part of our plans in the future. What that looks like will depend on her career and when she chooses to step away,” Wilkinson said.
“She’s a player who’s going to be playing for her squad in Seattle and we have to respect that.
“But equally it’s how I balance that with other players like Kayleigh Barton, who also need to have that experience up the senior squad.”
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