Manchester United injury news: Phil Jones expected to face Liverpool - report

MANCHESTER UNITED expect Phil Jones to be fit for Saturday’s clash with Liverpool, according to reports.

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Manchester United's Phil Jones should be fit to play Liverpool

Manchester United star Jones was withdrawn from England’s squad during the international break.

The centre-back was suffering with an ankle injury and the Red Devils kept him back so he could work on recovery.

And United are hopeful the two-week rest has done the job as manager Jose Mourinho prepares for the trip to Anfield.

Jones played a full 90 minutes in the 4-0 win over Crystal Palace last time out, before dropping out of the Three Lions squad.

The 25-year-old still needs to get the nod from United medical staff before starting against Liverpool but that appears to be a formality.

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Phil Jones (right) has been one of Manchester United's most consistent players so far this season

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Phil Jones (left) was withdrawn from England's recent qualifying matches

ESPN claim sources at Carrington have confirmed United staff wanted him to remain at their training base as a precaution.

United can move clear at the top of the Premier League table with a win over Liverpool (12.30pm) before current leaders Manchester City host Stoke in the 3pm kick off.

Mourinho is already facing a mini injury crisis, with Marouane Fellaini ruled out of the tie following a knee injury during Belgium duty.

Ray Wilkins BLASTS Phil Jones over Feghouli tackle

Paul Pogba is also not available, while Michael Carrick is a fitness doubt.

As for Liverpool, they are in search of a win to kick their title chase back into gear.

The Reds sit seventh in the table, already seven points off the Manchester clubs.

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