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Southampton goalkeeper Fraser Forster set for England recall

Southampton goalkeeper Fraser Forster is set for an England recall.

The Telegraph says Forster is in line for an England recall six years after his last cap amid reports claiming Sam Johnstone will pull out of Gareth Southgate's squad this week.

Johnstone, who has made 33 appearances for West Brom this season, was brought in to replace Aaron Ramsdale for the Three Lions' upcoming friendlies against Switzerland and Ivory Coast after the Arsenal No 1 sustained a hip injury.

While he has not earned an England cap since May 2016, Forster is a leading contender to replace Johnstone after working his way back into Southampton's starting line-up this season.

The 34-year-old had not featured in the Premier League for Saints up until Boxing Day, yet a thigh injury to No 1 Alex McCarthy allowed him to regain his place in the side, start 12 consecutive matches and produce a string of impressive displays.

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