Kieran Gibbs returns to England squad for Slovenia clash to replace injured Southampton star Ryan Bertrand in squad
KIERAN GIBBS has been called up to replace the injured Ryan Bertrand in Gareth Southgate’s England squad.
Southampton left-back Bertrand was forced to leave the field early on during the 2-0 win over Malta on Saturday evening.
Tottenham star Danny Rose replaced him despite only just returning from injury himself, and Arsenal man Gibbs will now play back-up ahead of England’s World Cup qualifier against Slovenia on Tuesday.
The 27-year-old has only made two league appearances for the Gunners this season but could be set to increase his ten England caps if Rose is judged to be too tired next week.
Meanwhile, Gibbs is believed to be considering his Emirates future after losing his place under Arsene Wenger to Spaniard Nacho Monreal.
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The ex-Norwich loanee is yet to see any Champions League action either in the new campaign and could be tempted to move after entering the final two years of his contract.
West Ham failed with a loan bid for Gibbs in August but it seems unlikely he’ll be called upon by Wenger any time soon.
Liverpool and Newcastle have both been linked with Gibbs in 2016, and he’s sure to have a number of offers on the table if he decides to leave north London for good.
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