Phil Jones may miss the pre- World Cup match against Nigeria at Wembley on Saturday.
It was revealed on Wednesday that the 26-year-old might be on off for the matchday to join his partner as the couple expects their baby.
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The Manchester United defender is one of four recognised centre-backs in Gareth Southgate’s 23-man England squad for the World Cup in Russia, along with of Man City’s John Stones, Leicester’s Harry Maguire and Chelsea Captain Gary Cahill.
The Three Lion’s coach Gareth Southgate is likely to choose a replacement among the trio of John Stones, Harry Maguire and Gary Cahill.
It will however be hopeful that Jones may return on Thursday, June 7 when England will play its final warm-up match against Costa Rica at Elland.
