: Manchester City and England midfielder Kalvin Phillips will not be available for the upcoming Nations League games against Italy and Germany due to a shoulder injury, and could even be doubtful for the World Cup from November, the BBC reported.
The 26-year-old has struggled with injuries after being transferred from Leeds United in the summer. He has played just 14 minutes in total across three games for City.
Phillips may need surgery which could cast doubt on his availability for the Qatar World Cup, the BBC has said.
Manchester City representatives could not be reached for comment.
The player has won 23 caps for England since making his debut in 2020 and featured at the European Championships last year, where coach Gareth Southgate’s side lost in the final to Italy in a penalty shootout.
England face Italy in Milan on September 23 before hosting Germany three days later, while their first World Cup game is on November 21 against Iran.