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Man Utd defender Blackett in line for shock England call

England coach Roy Hodgson is ready to call-up Manchester United defender Tyler Blackett.

The Telegraph says Blackett will be fast-tracked into Hodgson's England set up.

It comes despite the youngster having played just five league games and having been sent off against Leicester, after a nightmare up against Jamie Vardy.

The 20-year-old is being touted as a partner for Gary Cahill, with Hodgson reportedly unsure over his United teammates Chris Smalling and Phil Jones, while ushering Phil Jagielka towards the dressing-room door.

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