Gareth Southgate 'keeping a close eye' on Kobbie Mainoo ahead of March friendlies

Gareth Southgate is 'keeping on close eye' on three uncapped players after Kalvin Philipps nightmare start to life at West Ham, as per the Daily Mail.

Kobbie Mainoo is someone the England head coach is ready to consider as the Three Lions prepare for the Brazil and Belgium friendlies next month.

In addition to the Manchester United midfielder, Everton's James Garner and Fulham's Harrison Reed are also being monitored by the England boss.

Mainoo will have to make a decision on his international future soon as the 18-year-old sensation is also eligible to play for Ghana through his parents.

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