The youngest member of the Swiss squad, and arguably the most dangerous, Derdiyok is expected to announce himself to the world at Euro 2008.
It took him just 18 minutes to open his international goal account on his debut against England back in February, a performance which saw him begin to fulfil the considerable potential he has been displaying on the domestic stage for some time.
He was consistently among the goals for the Swiss U19 and U21 sides and will be hoping to transfer that form to the senior squad.
The 19-year-old is currently on the books of FC Basle, adapting to life in the Swiss top flight with ease since making the step up in 2006.
Despite still learning his trade, Swiss players do not tend to hang around in their homeland for long and it would come as no surprise if the talented teenager is on his way to one of Europe's top divisions in the near future.
The Arsenal duo of Johan Djourou and Philippe Senderos will be the most recognisable members of the hosts' squad.
The defensive pairing have found first-team football hard to come by at Emirates Stadium, but will be key components of a Swiss side expected to built on solid foundations.
Another familiar face to British supporters will be Manchester City midfielder Gelson Fernandes.
Much is expected of the former U21 captain, and after a solid first season in the Premier League he will be hoping to continue his progression into a top class midfielder during Euro 2008.
Those with a good memory may remember eccentric keeper Pascal Zuberbuhler's fleeting spell at West Brom back in 2006, while Liverpool supporters will be keen to run the rule over new signing Philipp Degen.
The full-back has recently departed Borussia Dortmund as free agent and will be making his way to these shores during the close season.
