According to Sky Sports reporter Rob Dorsett
England
Defenseman John
Stones (name)
reason
get infected with a disease
Absent from the team's training, his availability for the upcoming Euro group stage opener is in doubt. England will face Serbia at 3 a.m. on the 17th.
Due to his condition, Stones was confined indoors to prevent the spread of the virus. The situation has had an impact on Stones' preparation for the game. Having made just one Premier League start in the last three months, Stones would have needed more training and game time to get back into form, but current health issues have prevented those plans from going ahead as planned.
Rob Dorsett has pointed out that while Stones is still likely to play against Serbia, he is unlikely to play the full 90 minutes even if he is able to start. Manager Gareth Southgate will have to assess Stones' fitness ahead of the game and decide whether to play him and for how long.
This is undoubtedly a big blow to the England team. The absence of Stones, a key member of the backline, will make the team face more challenges on the defensive end. Southgate may need to consider other defensive options to ensure that the team maintains a solid defense in the opening match.
Fans and the England team are hopeful that Stones will make a speedy recovery and be in the best possible shape for the Euros. The team's medical team will keep a close eye on his recovery and make a final decision before the tournament. In any case, England will do their best to get a good start in the group stage.
