Jones targets defensive berth

Manchester United's Phil Jones still sees his future at centre-back and wants to establish himself as first choice for England.

Last Updated: 03/03/13 at 13:45 Post Comment    Bet with SkyBet  Group H Win Outright: England 2/5

Phil Jones: Wants to play in central defence

Phil Jones: Wants to play in central defence

Jones has been mainly used in midfield and at full-back by Sir Alex Ferguson since his £16million switch from Blackburn 18 months ago.

But the 21-year-old has set his sights on becoming Roy Hodgson's regular choice at centre-half.

He told The Mirror: "I would love to think I could be England's centre-half. That's my target.

"It's hard to break into the team as a centre-half at United, with Ferdinand and Vidic playing so well.

"They're well ahead of me in terms of experience. But I have said all along that I enjoy playing at centre-back.

"I'd like to think I can squeeze myself back into the England squad. I have to keep performing well for United and see where that takes me.

"But I love putting the shirt on and playing for my country. There's no better honour."

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