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Manchester United duo Chris Smalling and Phil Jones doubts for England's June internationals

Gareth Southgate is sweating on the fitness of Manchester United defensive duo Chris Smalling and Phil Jones ahead of June’s internationals.

The pair were forced to withdraw from Southgate’s previous England squad after sustaining injuries while on international duty.

Jones suffered a painful toe injury in a freak collision with Smalling, while the latter picked up a knee problem ahead of the win over Lithuania.

Manchester United pair Phil Jones and Chris Smalling are doubts for England's June fixtures

No return dates for the pair have been set but Southgate is being kept updated on the duo’s fitness in hope of selecting the United defenders as he makes plans for the games against Scotland and France.