Michael received his first England call-up at any level when U19s Head Coach Noel Blake selected him for the Elite Qualifying Round in May 2012.
The Manchester United defender, whose twin brother Will has played for England at various levels, had previously represented Republic of Ireland at U17 and U19 level but after working throughout the 2011-12 campaign on getting clearance for him to play for England, Blake was delighted to finally secure his services for the Three Lions and he was rewarded with three solid displays as Keane helped the Three Lions to qualify for the Euro Finals in Estonia.