Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish wants assurances from England coach Roy Hodgson before he turns his back on the Republic of Ireland.

The Daily Mail says the teenager is leaning towards a future with England.

However, Grealish wants to hear from Hodgson before making a final decision on his international future.

He wants some level of assurance that he figures in England's long-term planning before nailing his colours to the mast.

If Grealish receives the guarantees he wants, he is likely to opt for the Three Lions.