Ryan Bertrand withdraws from England squad with back complaint
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Former England international Paul Mariner reacts to Gareth Southgate's 27-man roster as the Three Lions prepare to face the Netherlands and Italy.
England manager Gareth Southgate says he keeps preparing the squad for the World Cup despite the political tensions between the UK and the tournament hosts Russia.
Southampton defender Ryan Bertrand has withdrawn from the England squad following a back issue.
The 28-year-old, who helped Southampton to a 2-0 FA Cup quarterfinal victory against Wigan on Sunday, returned to his club for further assessment on his back, after training on his own inside away from the main session earlier in the day.
The FA called Bertrand's exit "a precautionary measure" but confirmed he will not play in upcoming friendlies against Netherlands and Italy.
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