Wednesday 21 March 2018 09:16, UK
Ryan Bertrand has withdrawn from the England squad for friendlies against the Netherlands and Italy due to a back problem, the FA has announced.
Bertrand helped Southampton to a 2-0 FA Cup quarter-final victory against Wigan on Sunday and has now returned to the club as a precautionary measure.
An FA statement read: "Southampton defender Ryan Bertrand has returned to his club for further assessment on a back issue.
"Bertrand's withdrawal is a precautionary measure and he will play no part in the forthcoming fixtures against the Netherlands and Italy."
Ashley Young and Danny Rose remain left-back options in the England squad.
Manchester United defender Luke Shaw is among the options to replace Bertrand if Gareth Southgate decides to call up an additional player.
